- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SW1
- Location
- 1 miles south of London
Shared houses in Pimlico 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 Pimlico?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Pimlico. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Pimlico
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Pimlico
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Pimlico
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Pimlico
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Pimlico
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Pimlico
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Pimlico
- Student HMO refurbishment in Pimlico
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Pimlico
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Pimlico
- Communal kitchen refits in Pimlico
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Pimlico
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Pimlico
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Pimlico
- Fire doors in Pimlico
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Pimlico
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Pimlico
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Pimlico
- Sound insulation in Pimlico
- EPC and energy upgrades in Pimlico
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Pimlico
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Pimlico
- Extensions for extra rooms in Pimlico
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Pimlico
HMO rules for Pimlico
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Pimlico
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
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Questions
Which postcodes in Pimlico do you work in?
All of them, including SW1, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Pimlico 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 Pimlico?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.