An HMO bedroom upgrade refits a letting room so it is more comfortable and easier to let: built-in storage, a proper desk space, better lighting and sockets, sound-reducing doors, durable flooring and fresh decoration. Landlords in Maesteg (CF34) 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
- Bridgend, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF34
- Location
- 12 miles east of Swansea
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do bedroom upgrades and room refits in Maesteg involve?
- LED lighting and dimmers
- Fitted wardrobes and storage
- Sound-reducing measures
- Flooring and decoration
- Lockable door hardware
Which rules apply in Maesteg?
Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Maesteg must satisfy national law for Wales, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- England’s national room sizes do not apply in Wales; councils set their own room standards.
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
How much do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in Maesteg?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom upgrade: fitted storage, desk, sockets, flooring, decoration (our estimate) | £1,500 – £4,500 | £1,400 – £4,250 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £850 – £1,900 | wall |
Prices in Maesteg are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (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: 2–5 working days per room. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Maesteg landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Maesteg:
- Rooms that are hard to let at the current rent
- Moving a house to professional sharers
Questions about bedroom upgrades and room refits in Maesteg
Can you do rooms one at a time?
Yes. Most clients upgrade rooms as they become empty so the rest of the house keeps earning.
Do you cover all of Maesteg?
Yes. We work across Maesteg and the CF34 postcode areas, plus the rest of Bridgend. Nearby places we also cover include Pyle, Briton Ferry, Neath.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Maesteg?
With the local council for the address. Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in Maesteg?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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.
Bedroom upgrades and room refits near Maesteg
- Pyle · 7 mi
- Briton Ferry · 7 mi
- Neath · 7 mi
- Coity · 7 mi
- Bridgend · 8 mi
- Tonypandy · 9 mi
- All of Bridgend
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