- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- M29 and M46
- Location
- 11 miles west of Manchester
Atherton is a town of about 22,000 people, 11 miles west of Manchester. We cover every part of it, from M29 and M46 out to Tyldesley, Westhoughton.
What HMO works do we carry out in Atherton?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Atherton, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Atherton
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Atherton
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Atherton
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Atherton
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Atherton
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Atherton
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Atherton
- Student HMO refurbishment in Atherton
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Atherton
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Atherton
- Communal kitchen refits in Atherton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Atherton
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Atherton
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Atherton
- Fire doors in Atherton
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Atherton
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Atherton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Atherton
- Sound insulation in Atherton
- EPC and energy upgrades in Atherton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Atherton
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Atherton
- Extensions for extra rooms in Atherton
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Atherton
HMO rules for Atherton
- 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.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
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 Atherton
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Atherton do you work in?
All of them, including M29 and M46, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Atherton?
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 Atherton?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.