- Area
- Hampshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PO7 and PO8
- Location
- 16 miles east of Southampton
Shared houses in Waterlooville 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 Waterlooville?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Waterlooville, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Waterlooville
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Waterlooville
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Waterlooville
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Waterlooville
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Waterlooville
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Waterlooville
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Waterlooville
- Student HMO refurbishment in Waterlooville
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Waterlooville
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Waterlooville
- Communal kitchen refits in Waterlooville
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Waterlooville
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Waterlooville
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Waterlooville
- Fire doors in Waterlooville
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Waterlooville
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Waterlooville
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Waterlooville
- Sound insulation in Waterlooville
- EPC and energy upgrades in Waterlooville
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Waterlooville
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Waterlooville
- Extensions for extra rooms in Waterlooville
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Waterlooville
HMO rules for Waterlooville
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
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 Waterlooville
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| 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 |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
| 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 |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Waterlooville?
Yes. We work across Waterlooville and the PO7 and PO8 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Havant, Portsmouth, Fareham.
Does a shared house in Waterlooville 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 Waterlooville?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.