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. Ashford (Kent) is 49 miles north-east of Brighton. We price full HMO refurbishment there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- TN24
- Location
- 49 miles north-east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What does full HMO refurbishment in Ashford (Kent) involve?
- Rewire or electrical upgrades
- Strip-out and making good
- Condition survey and schedule of works
- Fire doors, detection and escape route upgrades
- Heating and hot water upgrades
Which rules apply in Ashford (Kent)?
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 Ashford (Kent) before we price.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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 Ashford (Kent)?
| 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 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Ashford (Kent) can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Ashford (Kent) landlords need it?
Landlords in Ashford (Kent) most often ask us for this when:
- You have bought an existing HMO that needs work
- A house that has been let hard for years
Questions about full HMO refurbishment in Ashford (Kent)
Will you deal with the council’s list of works?
Yes. If you have a schedule of works or an improvement notice, we price against it item by item and give you evidence of completion.
Do you cover all of Ashford (Kent)?
Yes. We work across Ashford (Kent) and the TN24 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Faversham, Canterbury, Folkestone.
Does a shared house in Ashford (Kent) 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.
How much does full HMO refurbishment cost in Ashford (Kent)?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Ashford (Kent)
- Faversham · 12 mi
- Canterbury · 13 mi
- Folkestone · 13 mi
- Sittingbourne · 15 mi
- Whitstable · 16 mi
- Maidstone · 18 mi
- All of Kent
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