- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SE3 and SE13
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of London
Blackheath is a town of about 25,000 people, 6 miles south-east of London. We cover every part of it, from SE3 and SE13 out to Greenwich, Catford.
What HMO works do we carry out in Blackheath?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Blackheath. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Blackheath
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Blackheath
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Blackheath
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Blackheath
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Blackheath
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blackheath
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Blackheath
- Student HMO refurbishment in Blackheath
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Blackheath
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Blackheath
- Communal kitchen refits in Blackheath
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Blackheath
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Blackheath
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Blackheath
- Fire doors in Blackheath
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Blackheath
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blackheath
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Blackheath
- Sound insulation in Blackheath
- EPC and energy upgrades in Blackheath
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blackheath
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Blackheath
- Extensions for extra rooms in Blackheath
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Blackheath
HMO rules for Blackheath
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, usually permitted development from a family house unless an Article 4 direction applies; 7 or more normally needs permission.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
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 Blackheath
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Blackheath do you work in?
All of them, including SE3 and SE13, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Blackheath need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
What HMO services do you offer in Blackheath?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.