A full HMO refurbishment brings a tired or non-compliant shared house back up to standard in one project: strip-out, repairs, new kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, electrics, heating, decoration and flooring. In Omagh, a town of about 21,000 people in County Tyrone, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Northern Ireland and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions.
- Area
- County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT78, BT79 and BT81
- Location
- 28 miles south of Derry
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does full HMO refurbishment in Omagh involve?
- Strip-out and making good
- Rewire or electrical upgrades
- Condition survey and schedule of works
- Damp and mould repairs
- Heating and hot water upgrades
Which rules apply in Omagh?
The rules below are the Northern Ireland-wide position for this kind of work. The NI HMO Unit’s standards and licence conditions apply on top, so we always check the address in Omagh before we price.
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- Doors on protected routes are typically FD30 or FD30S, self-closing on three hinges; emergency lighting is required in HMOs of 4 or more storeys.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
How much does full HMO refurbishment cost in Omagh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,600 – £8,100 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,200 – £16,200 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £4,950 – £8,100 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £720 – £1,800 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,400 – £10,800 | house |
Prices in Omagh are shown with our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 4–12 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Omagh landlords need it?
Landlords in Omagh most often ask us for this when:
- A house that has been let hard for years
- A council inspection or licence renewal has listed defects
Questions about full HMO refurbishment in Omagh
Can you refurbish an HMO while tenants live there?
Sometimes, room by room, with the escape route kept clear and the fire alarm working at all times. For heavier work it is usually quicker and safer to do it with the house empty. We plan the phasing with you.
Do you cover all of Omagh?
Yes. We work across Omagh and the BT78, BT79 and BT81 postcode areas, plus the rest of County Tyrone. Nearby places we also cover include Strabane, Enniskillen, Londonderry County Borough.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Omagh?
With the local council for the address. In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
How much does full HMO refurbishment cost in Omagh?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Full HMO refurbishment near Omagh
- Strabane · 17 mi
- Enniskillen · 22 mi
- Londonderry County Borough · 27 mi
- Derry · 28 mi
- Armagh · 31 mi
- Portadown · 36 mi
- All of County Tyrone
Other HMO services in Omagh
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- HMO fire safety upgrades in Omagh
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Omagh
- Communal kitchen refits in Omagh
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Omagh
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Omagh
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Omagh
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Omagh