- Area
- Somerset
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- BA11
- Location
- 20 miles south-east of Bristol
Shared houses in Frome 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 Frome?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Frome and BA11.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Frome
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Frome
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Frome
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Frome
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Frome
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Frome
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Frome
- Student HMO refurbishment in Frome
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Frome
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Frome
- Communal kitchen refits in Frome
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Frome
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Frome
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Frome
- Fire doors in Frome
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Frome
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Frome
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Frome
- Sound insulation in Frome
- EPC and energy upgrades in Frome
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Frome
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Frome
- Extensions for extra rooms in Frome
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Frome
HMO rules for Frome
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
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 Frome
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,650 – £6,750 | letting room |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Frome?
Yes. We work across Frome and the BA11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Somerset. Nearby places we also cover include Trowbridge, Bath, Mendip.
Does a shared house in Frome 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 Frome?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.