- Area
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Nation
- Wales
- Postcodes
- CF61
- Location
- 14 miles west of Cardiff
Shared houses in Llantwit Major 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 Llantwit Major?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Llantwit Major, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Llantwit Major
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Llantwit Major
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Llantwit Major
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Llantwit Major
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Llantwit Major
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Llantwit Major
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Llantwit Major
- Student HMO refurbishment in Llantwit Major
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Llantwit Major
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Llantwit Major
- Communal kitchen refits in Llantwit Major
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Llantwit Major
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Llantwit Major
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Llantwit Major
- Fire doors in Llantwit Major
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Llantwit Major
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Llantwit Major
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Llantwit Major
- Sound insulation in Llantwit Major
- EPC and energy upgrades in Llantwit Major
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Llantwit Major
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Llantwit Major
- Extensions for extra rooms in Llantwit Major
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Llantwit Major
HMO rules for Llantwit Major
- Mains-powered interlinked smoke alarms on every storey, CO alarms where needed, and an electrical test at least every 5 years.
- Mandatory licence for HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils add additional licensing.
- Room sizes and amenity ratios are set by each council: England’s national room sizes do not apply.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
Guide prices in Llantwit Major
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,750 – £9,400 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,150 – £8,450 | bathroom |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,500 – £16,900 | kitchen |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,650 – £11,300 | house |
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Questions
Which postcodes in Llantwit Major do you work in?
All of them, including CF61, and the surrounding parts of Vale of Glamorgan.
Does a shared house in Llantwit Major need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
What HMO services do you offer in Llantwit Major?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.