- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SE9
- Location
- 9 miles south-east of London
Shared houses in Eltham 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 Eltham?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Eltham. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Eltham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Eltham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Eltham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Eltham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Eltham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Eltham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Eltham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Eltham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Eltham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Eltham
- Communal kitchen refits in Eltham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Eltham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Eltham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Eltham
- Fire doors in Eltham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Eltham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Eltham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Eltham
- Sound insulation in Eltham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Eltham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Eltham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Eltham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Eltham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Eltham
HMO rules for Eltham
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
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 Eltham
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
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Questions
Which postcodes in Eltham do you work in?
All of them, including SE9, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Eltham 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 Eltham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.