- Area
- Surrey
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- GU7
- Location
- 24 miles south-east of Reading
Shared houses in Godalming 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 Godalming?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Godalming. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Godalming
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Godalming
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Godalming
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Godalming
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Godalming
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Godalming
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Godalming
- Student HMO refurbishment in Godalming
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Godalming
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Godalming
- Communal kitchen refits in Godalming
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Godalming
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Godalming
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Godalming
- Fire doors in Godalming
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Godalming
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Godalming
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Godalming
- Sound insulation in Godalming
- EPC and energy upgrades in Godalming
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Godalming
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Godalming
- Extensions for extra rooms in Godalming
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Godalming
HMO rules for Godalming
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Godalming
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Godalming?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Godalming the nearest towns on our list are Guildford (4 miles), Aldershot (8 miles), Farnham (8 miles).
Does a shared house in Godalming 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 Godalming?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.