- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- M5, M6, M17 and M50
- Location
- 2 miles west of Manchester
- Council
- Salford City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Our Salford work covers M5, M6, M17 and M50 and the surrounding area, 2 miles west of Manchester, with the same survey-first, fixed-quote approach we use across Greater Manchester.
What HMO works do we carry out in Salford?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Salford, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Salford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Salford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Salford
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Salford
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Salford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Salford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Salford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Salford
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Salford
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Salford
- Communal kitchen refits in Salford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Salford
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Salford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Salford
- Fire doors in Salford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Salford
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Salford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Salford
- Sound insulation in Salford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Salford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Salford
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Salford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Salford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Salford
HMO rules for Salford
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- 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.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
Salford City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 covers the whole city except Boothstown & Ellenbrook, Cadishead & Lower Irlam and Higher Irlam & Peel Green wards, from 17 Nov 2024 (earlier areas from 2018). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | New scheme from 24 Nov 2026 The small-HMO scheme ended on 19 Jul 2026. A new city-wide scheme for converted blocks of flats (section 257 HMOs) only runs from 24 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2031. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Two schemes: Eccles/Barton/Winton areas 1 Sep 2022-31 Aug 2027; Broughton, Kersal & Broughton Park 21 Jan 2026-20 Jan 2031. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Salford before you buy or start work. Source: Salford City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Salford
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Salford?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Salford the nearest towns on our list are Eccles (2 miles), Old Trafford (2 miles), Manchester (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Salford?
Salford is covered by Salford City Council. 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 Salford?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.