- Area
- Hertfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SG1 and SG4
- Location
- 25 miles south-west of Cambridge
Shared houses in Stevenage 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 Stevenage?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Stevenage, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Stevenage
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Stevenage
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Stevenage
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Stevenage
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Stevenage
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stevenage
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Stevenage
- Student HMO refurbishment in Stevenage
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Stevenage
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Stevenage
- Communal kitchen refits in Stevenage
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Stevenage
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Stevenage
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Stevenage
- Fire doors in Stevenage
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Stevenage
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stevenage
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Stevenage
- Sound insulation in Stevenage
- EPC and energy upgrades in Stevenage
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stevenage
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Stevenage
- Extensions for extra rooms in Stevenage
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Stevenage
HMO rules for Stevenage
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
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 Stevenage
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,500 – £19,100 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
- Hitchin (5 mi)
- Letchworth Garden City (5 mi)
- Welwyn Garden City (7 mi)
- Harpenden (9 mi)
- Hertford (9 mi)
- Luton (9 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Stevenage?
Yes. We work across Stevenage and the SG1 and SG4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hertfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Welwyn Garden City.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stevenage?
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 Stevenage?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.