- Area
- Somerset
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- TA1
- Location
- 27 miles north-east of Exeter
Shared houses in Taunton 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 Taunton?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Taunton and TA1.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Taunton
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Taunton
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Taunton
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Taunton
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Taunton
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Taunton
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Taunton
- Student HMO refurbishment in Taunton
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Taunton
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Taunton
- Communal kitchen refits in Taunton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Taunton
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Taunton
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Taunton
- Fire doors in Taunton
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Taunton
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Taunton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Taunton
- Sound insulation in Taunton
- EPC and energy upgrades in Taunton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Taunton
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Taunton
- Extensions for extra rooms in Taunton
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Taunton
HMO rules for Taunton
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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 Taunton
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
- Bridgwater (9 mi)
- Burnham-on-Sea (16 mi)
- Tiverton (19 mi)
- Yeovil (21 mi)
- Weston-super-Mare (24 mi)
- Mendip (26 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Taunton do you work in?
All of them, including TA1, and the surrounding parts of Somerset.
Does a shared house in Taunton 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 Taunton?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.