- Area
- Lancashire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PR0, PR1 and PR11
- Location
- 27 miles north-east of Liverpool
- Council
- Preston City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Our Preston work covers PR0, PR1 and PR11 and the surrounding area, 27 miles north-east of Liverpool, with the same survey-first, fixed-quote approach we use across Lancashire.
What HMO works do we carry out in Preston?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Preston and PR0, PR1 and PR11.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Preston
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Preston
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Preston
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Preston
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Preston
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Preston
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Preston
- Student HMO refurbishment in Preston
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Preston
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Preston
- Communal kitchen refits in Preston
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Preston
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Preston
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Preston
- Fire doors in Preston
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Preston
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Preston
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Preston
- Sound insulation in Preston
- EPC and energy upgrades in Preston
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Preston
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Preston
- Extensions for extra rooms in Preston
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Preston
HMO rules for Preston
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
Preston City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Existing direction for defined areas (2012). New direction covering Preston's main urban area (consulted Feb-Mar 2026) due to take effect Feb 2027. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | Not confirmed: check with the council |
| Selective licensing | Proposed Proposed selective licensing for City Centre, St Matthew's and Plungington wards; consultation closed 11 Oct 2026, no decision yet. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Preston before you buy or start work. Source: Preston City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Preston
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Preston?
Yes. We work across Preston and the PR0, PR1 and PR11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lancashire. Nearby places we also cover include Leyland, Chorley, Blackburn.
Which council covers HMOs in Preston?
Preston is covered by Preston City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
What HMO services do you offer in Preston?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.