- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- E3
- Location
- 5 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
From Stratford (1 miles away) to the centre of Bow, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Bow?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Bow. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Bow
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Bow
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bow
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Bow
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Bow
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bow
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bow
- Student HMO refurbishment in Bow
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bow
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Bow
- Communal kitchen refits in Bow
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bow
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bow
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bow
- Fire doors in Bow
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bow
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bow
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Bow
- Sound insulation in Bow
- EPC and energy upgrades in Bow
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bow
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Bow
- Extensions for extra rooms in Bow
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Bow
HMO rules for Bow
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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.
London Borough of Tower Hamlets: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 2021. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing 1 Apr 2024-31 Mar 2029. |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Bow before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Tower Hamlets HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Bow
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| 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 |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
- Stratford (1 mi)
- Canary Wharf (1 mi)
- Canning Town (2 mi)
- Leytonstone (3 mi)
- Greenwich (3 mi)
- Islington (4 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Bow do you work in?
All of them, including E3, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Which council covers HMOs in Bow?
Bow is covered by London Borough of Tower Hamlets. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
What HMO services do you offer in Bow?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.