- Area
- Lincolnshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PE21 and PE22
- Location
- 27 miles south-east of Lincoln
Shared houses in Boston 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 Boston?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Boston, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Boston
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Boston
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Boston
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Boston
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Boston
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Boston
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Boston
- Student HMO refurbishment in Boston
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Boston
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Boston
- Communal kitchen refits in Boston
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Boston
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Boston
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Boston
- Fire doors in Boston
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Boston
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Boston
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Boston
- Sound insulation in Boston
- EPC and energy upgrades in Boston
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Boston
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Boston
- Extensions for extra rooms in Boston
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Boston
HMO rules for Boston
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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 Boston
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,350 – £8,750 | bathroom |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,400 – £6,300 | letting room |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,800 – £11,650 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,900 – £9,700 | ensuite |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Boston?
We cover the whole of Lincolnshire and work UK-wide. For Boston the nearest towns on our list are Spalding (14 miles), Skegness (19 miles), Wisbech (23 miles).
Does a shared house in Boston 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 Boston?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.