- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SW8 and SW11
- Location
- 3 miles south-west of London
Shared houses in Battersea range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Battersea?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Battersea. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Battersea
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Battersea
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Battersea
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Battersea
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Battersea
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Battersea
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Battersea
- Student HMO refurbishment in Battersea
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Battersea
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Battersea
- Communal kitchen refits in Battersea
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Battersea
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Battersea
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Battersea
- Fire doors in Battersea
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Battersea
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Battersea
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Battersea
- Sound insulation in Battersea
- EPC and energy upgrades in Battersea
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Battersea
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Battersea
- Extensions for extra rooms in Battersea
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Battersea
HMO rules for Battersea
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
Guide prices in Battersea
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £5,100 – £11,500 | letting room |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £4,500 – £8,300 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Battersea?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Battersea the nearest towns on our list are Chelsea (1 miles), Pimlico (1 miles), City of Westminster (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Battersea?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
What HMO services do you offer in Battersea?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.