- Area
- Surrey
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- GU1, GU2 and GU4
- Location
- 23 miles south-east of Reading
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Guildford 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 Guildford?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Guildford. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Guildford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Guildford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Guildford
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Guildford
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Guildford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Guildford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Guildford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Guildford
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Guildford
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Guildford
- Communal kitchen refits in Guildford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Guildford
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Guildford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Guildford
- Fire doors in Guildford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Guildford
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Guildford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Guildford
- Sound insulation in Guildford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Guildford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Guildford
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Guildford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Guildford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Guildford
HMO rules for Guildford
- 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.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
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 Guildford
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| 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 |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Guildford?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Guildford the nearest towns on our list are Godalming (4 miles), Woking (6 miles), Aldershot (8 miles).
Does a shared house in Guildford 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 Guildford?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.