- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- WA14 and WA15
- Location
- 8 miles south-west of Manchester
Shared houses in Altrincham 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 Altrincham?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Altrincham. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Altrincham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Altrincham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Altrincham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Altrincham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Altrincham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Altrincham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Altrincham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Altrincham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Altrincham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Altrincham
- Communal kitchen refits in Altrincham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Altrincham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Altrincham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Altrincham
- Fire doors in Altrincham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Altrincham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Altrincham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Altrincham
- Sound insulation in Altrincham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Altrincham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Altrincham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Altrincham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Altrincham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Altrincham
HMO rules for Altrincham
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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 Altrincham
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,850 – £8,650 | letting room |
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Questions
Which postcodes in Altrincham do you work in?
All of them, including WA14 and WA15, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Altrincham?
With the local council for the address. 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.
What HMO services do you offer in Altrincham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.