- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- BL5, M46 and WN2
- Location
- 13 miles west of Manchester
Westhoughton is a town of about 26,000 people, 13 miles west of Manchester. We cover every part of it, from BL5, M46 and WN2 out to Atherton, Hindley.
What HMO works do we carry out in Westhoughton?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Westhoughton, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Westhoughton
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Westhoughton
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Westhoughton
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Westhoughton
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Westhoughton
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Westhoughton
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Westhoughton
- Student HMO refurbishment in Westhoughton
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Westhoughton
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Westhoughton
- Communal kitchen refits in Westhoughton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Westhoughton
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Westhoughton
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Westhoughton
- Fire doors in Westhoughton
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Westhoughton
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Westhoughton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Westhoughton
- Sound insulation in Westhoughton
- EPC and energy upgrades in Westhoughton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Westhoughton
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Westhoughton
- Extensions for extra rooms in Westhoughton
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Westhoughton
HMO rules for Westhoughton
- 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 Westhoughton
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| 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
Which postcodes in Westhoughton do you work in?
All of them, including BL5, M46 and WN2, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Does a shared house in Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.