- Area
- Hampshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- RG21, RG24 and RG25
- Location
- 14 miles south of Reading
Shared houses in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Basingstoke, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Basingstoke
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Basingstoke
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Basingstoke
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Basingstoke
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Basingstoke
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Basingstoke
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Basingstoke
- Student HMO refurbishment in Basingstoke
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Basingstoke
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Basingstoke
- Communal kitchen refits in Basingstoke
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Basingstoke
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Basingstoke
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Basingstoke
- Fire doors in Basingstoke
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Basingstoke
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Basingstoke
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Basingstoke
- Sound insulation in Basingstoke
- EPC and energy upgrades in Basingstoke
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Basingstoke
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Basingstoke
- Extensions for extra rooms in Basingstoke
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Basingstoke
HMO rules for Basingstoke
- 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.
- 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.
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 Basingstoke
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,900 – £7,300 | letting room |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Basingstoke?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Basingstoke the nearest towns on our list are Fleet (11 miles), Thatcham (12 miles), Yateley (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.