- Area
- Worcestershire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- WR1 and WR2
- Location
- 24 miles south-west of Birmingham
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
From Droitwich (6 miles away) to the centre of Worcester, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Worcester?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Worcester, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Worcester
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Worcester
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Worcester
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Worcester
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Worcester
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Worcester
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Worcester
- Student HMO refurbishment in Worcester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Worcester
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Worcester
- Communal kitchen refits in Worcester
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Worcester
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Worcester
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Worcester
- Fire doors in Worcester
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Worcester
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Worcester
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Worcester
- Sound insulation in Worcester
- EPC and energy upgrades in Worcester
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Worcester
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Worcester
- Extensions for extra rooms in Worcester
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Worcester
HMO rules for Worcester
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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 Worcester
| 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 |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,000 – £18,000 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £800 – £2,000 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Droitwich (6 mi)
- Great Malvern (7 mi)
- Stourport-on-Severn (11 mi)
- Bromsgrove (12 mi)
- Evesham (13 mi)
- Kidderminster (14 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Worcester?
We cover the whole of Worcestershire and work UK-wide. For Worcester the nearest towns on our list are Droitwich (6 miles), Great Malvern (7 miles), Stourport-on-Severn (11 miles).
Does a shared house in Worcester 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 Worcester?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.