- Area
- West Midlands
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- B64, DY1, DY2 and DY5
- Location
- 8 miles west of Birmingham
Shared houses in Dudley 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 Dudley?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Dudley and B64, DY1, DY2 and DY5.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Dudley
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Dudley
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Dudley
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Dudley
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Dudley
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dudley
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Dudley
- Student HMO refurbishment in Dudley
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Dudley
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Dudley
- Communal kitchen refits in Dudley
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Dudley
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Dudley
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Dudley
- Fire doors in Dudley
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Dudley
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dudley
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Dudley
- Sound insulation in Dudley
- EPC and energy upgrades in Dudley
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dudley
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Dudley
- Extensions for extra rooms in Dudley
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Dudley
HMO rules for Dudley
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Dudley
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,000 – £10,000 | ensuite |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,000 – £9,000 | letting room |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,500 – £9,000 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
- Brierley Hill (2 mi)
- Tipton (2 mi)
- Kingswinford (4 mi)
- Halesowen (4 mi)
- Stourbridge (4 mi)
- West Bromwich (4 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Dudley?
We cover the whole of West Midlands and work UK-wide. For Dudley the nearest towns on our list are Brierley Hill (2 miles), Tipton (2 miles), Kingswinford (4 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Dudley?
With the local council for the address. 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.
What HMO services do you offer in Dudley?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.