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. Landlords in Mitcham (CR4, SM4 and SW19) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- CR4, SM4 and SW19
- Location
- 8 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does full HMO refurbishment in Mitcham involve?
- Condition survey and schedule of works
- Damp and mould repairs
- Rewire or electrical upgrades
- New or refitted kitchens and bathrooms
- Fire doors, detection and escape route upgrades
Which rules apply in Mitcham?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Mitcham before we price.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
How much does full HMO refurbishment cost in Mitcham?
| 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 | £5,100 – £11,500 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Mitcham follows a site visit.
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 Mitcham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- You have bought an existing HMO that needs work
- A council inspection or licence renewal has listed defects
Questions about full HMO refurbishment in Mitcham
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.
Which postcodes in Mitcham do you work in?
All of them, including CR4, SM4 and SW19, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Mitcham?
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.
How much does full HMO refurbishment cost in Mitcham?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Mitcham
- Morden · 1 mi
- Wimbledon · 2 mi
- Streatham · 2 mi
- Carshalton · 2 mi
- Wallington · 3 mi
- Croydon · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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