- Area
- Hertfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- WD3
- Location
- 18 miles north-west of London
From Watford (4 miles away) to the centre of Rickmansworth, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Rickmansworth?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Rickmansworth, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Rickmansworth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Rickmansworth
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Rickmansworth
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Rickmansworth
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Rickmansworth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rickmansworth
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Rickmansworth
- Student HMO refurbishment in Rickmansworth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Rickmansworth
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Rickmansworth
- Communal kitchen refits in Rickmansworth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rickmansworth
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Rickmansworth
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Rickmansworth
- Fire doors in Rickmansworth
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Rickmansworth
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rickmansworth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Rickmansworth
- Sound insulation in Rickmansworth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Rickmansworth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Rickmansworth
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Rickmansworth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Rickmansworth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Rickmansworth
HMO rules for Rickmansworth
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
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 Rickmansworth
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Watford (4 mi)
- Chalfont Saint Peter (4 mi)
- North Watford (5 mi)
- Gerrards Cross (5 mi)
- Bushey (5 mi)
- Ruislip (5 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Rickmansworth do you work in?
All of them, including WD3, and the surrounding parts of Hertfordshire.
Does a shared house in Rickmansworth 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 Rickmansworth?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.