- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- RM7, RM8 and RM10
- Location
- 13 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
Dagenham is a place of roughly 110,000 people, 13 miles east of London. We cover every part of it, from RM7, RM8 and RM10 out to Becontree, Romford.
What HMO works do we carry out in Dagenham?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Dagenham and RM7, RM8 and RM10.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Dagenham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Dagenham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Dagenham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Dagenham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Dagenham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dagenham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Dagenham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Dagenham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Dagenham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Dagenham
- Communal kitchen refits in Dagenham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Dagenham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Dagenham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Dagenham
- Fire doors in Dagenham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Dagenham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dagenham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Dagenham
- Sound insulation in Dagenham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Dagenham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dagenham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Dagenham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Dagenham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Dagenham
HMO rules for Dagenham
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- 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.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 14 May 2012. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing launched 9 Jan 2025 for five years (to 8 Jan 2030). |
| Selective licensing | In force across the council area Selective licensing across the borough in three designated areas from 6 Apr 2025 for five years (to 5 Apr 2030). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Dagenham before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Barking and Dagenham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Dagenham
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Dagenham do you work in?
All of them, including RM7, RM8 and RM10, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Which council covers HMOs in Dagenham?
Dagenham is covered by London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. 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 Dagenham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.