- Area
- Hampshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SO19, SO31 and SO45
- Location
- 3 miles south of Southampton
Hythe is a town of about 21,000 people, 3 miles south of Southampton. We cover every part of it, from SO19, SO31 and SO45 out to Southampton, Totton.
What HMO works do we carry out in Hythe?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Hythe, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Hythe
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Hythe
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Hythe
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Hythe
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Hythe
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hythe
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Hythe
- Student HMO refurbishment in Hythe
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Hythe
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Hythe
- Communal kitchen refits in Hythe
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Hythe
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Hythe
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Hythe
- Fire doors in Hythe
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Hythe
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Hythe
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Hythe
- Sound insulation in Hythe
- EPC and energy upgrades in Hythe
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Hythe
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Hythe
- Extensions for extra rooms in Hythe
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Hythe
HMO rules for Hythe
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
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 Hythe
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Southampton (3 mi)
- Totton (6 mi)
- Eastleigh (8 mi)
- Cowes (8 mi)
- Fareham (10 mi)
- Newport (Isle of Wight) (12 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Hythe?
Yes. We work across Hythe and the SO19, SO31 and SO45 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Southampton, Totton, Eastleigh.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hythe?
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 Hythe?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.