- Area
- Hertfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- AL3 and AL5
- Location
- 23 miles north-west of London
Harpenden is a town of about 31,000 people, 23 miles north-west of London. We cover every part of it, from AL3 and AL5 out to St Albans, Luton.
What HMO works do we carry out in Harpenden?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Harpenden. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Harpenden
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Harpenden
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Harpenden
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Harpenden
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Harpenden
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Harpenden
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Harpenden
- Student HMO refurbishment in Harpenden
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Harpenden
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Harpenden
- Communal kitchen refits in Harpenden
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Harpenden
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Harpenden
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Harpenden
- Fire doors in Harpenden
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Harpenden
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Harpenden
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Harpenden
- Sound insulation in Harpenden
- EPC and energy upgrades in Harpenden
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Harpenden
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Harpenden
- Extensions for extra rooms in Harpenden
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Harpenden
HMO rules for Harpenden
- 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.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- 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 Harpenden
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,700 – £6,900 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
- St Albans (5 mi)
- Luton (5 mi)
- Hemel Hempstead (6 mi)
- Welwyn Garden City (7 mi)
- Hatfield (7 mi)
- Dunstable (9 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Harpenden?
Yes. We work across Harpenden and the AL3 and AL5 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hertfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include St Albans, Luton, Hemel Hempstead.
Does a shared house in Harpenden 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 Harpenden?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.