- Area
- South Yorkshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- S60, S61 and S65
- Location
- 6 miles north-east of Sheffield
Shared houses in Rotherham 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 Rotherham?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Rotherham and S60, S61 and S65.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Rotherham
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Rotherham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Rotherham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Rotherham
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Rotherham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rotherham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Rotherham
- Student HMO refurbishment in Rotherham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Rotherham
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Rotherham
- Communal kitchen refits in Rotherham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rotherham
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Rotherham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Rotherham
- Fire doors in Rotherham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Rotherham
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rotherham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Rotherham
- Sound insulation in Rotherham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Rotherham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Rotherham
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Rotherham
- Extensions for extra rooms in Rotherham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Rotherham
HMO rules for Rotherham
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
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 Rotherham
| 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 | £3,300 – £6,200 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,800 – £8,550 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,600 – £17,100 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Rotherham?
Yes. We work across Rotherham and the S60, S61 and S65 postcode areas, plus the rest of South Yorkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Burngreave, Chapeltown, Sheffield.
Does a shared house in Rotherham 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 Rotherham?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.