- Area
- Hertfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- WD6 and WD7
- Location
- 12 miles north-west of London
Borehamwood is a town of about 36,000 people, 12 miles north-west of London. We cover every part of it, from WD6 and WD7 out to Barnet, Bushey.
What HMO works do we carry out in Borehamwood?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Borehamwood, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Borehamwood
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Borehamwood
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Borehamwood
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Borehamwood
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Borehamwood
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Borehamwood
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Borehamwood
- Student HMO refurbishment in Borehamwood
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Borehamwood
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Borehamwood
- Communal kitchen refits in Borehamwood
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Borehamwood
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Borehamwood
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Borehamwood
- Fire doors in Borehamwood
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Borehamwood
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Borehamwood
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Borehamwood
- Sound insulation in Borehamwood
- EPC and energy upgrades in Borehamwood
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Borehamwood
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Borehamwood
- Extensions for extra rooms in Borehamwood
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Borehamwood
HMO rules for Borehamwood
- 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.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
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 Borehamwood
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,250 – £9,550 | letting room |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,500 – £19,100 | kitchen |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Borehamwood do you work in?
All of them, including WD6 and WD7, and the surrounding parts of Hertfordshire.
Does a shared house in Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.