- Area
- Northumberland
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- NE24
- Location
- 11 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne
Shared houses in Blyth 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 Blyth?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Blyth, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Blyth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Blyth
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Blyth
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Blyth
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Blyth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blyth
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Blyth
- Student HMO refurbishment in Blyth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Blyth
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Blyth
- Communal kitchen refits in Blyth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Blyth
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Blyth
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Blyth
- Fire doors in Blyth
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Blyth
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blyth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Blyth
- Sound insulation in Blyth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Blyth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blyth
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Blyth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Blyth
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Blyth
HMO rules for Blyth
- 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 Blyth
| 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 | £3,700 – £8,300 | letting room |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £740 – £1,850 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,050 – £8,300 | bathroom |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,200 – £6,000 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
- Ashington (4 mi)
- Cramlington (4 mi)
- Whitley Bay (7 mi)
- North Shields (8 mi)
- Tynemouth (8 mi)
- South Shields (9 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Blyth?
Yes. We work across Blyth and the NE24 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northumberland. Nearby places we also cover include Ashington, Cramlington, Whitley Bay.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Blyth?
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 Blyth?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.