In short: 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. We carry this out across Gloucestershire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- GL, BS, WR, OX
- Main towns
- Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Kingswood, Mangotsfield
What do bedroom upgrades and room refits in Gloucestershire involve?
- Lockable door hardware
- LED lighting and dimmers
- Desk area with sockets and USB points
- Sound-reducing measures
- Window and radiator upgrades
- Fitted wardrobes and storage
Which rules apply in Gloucestershire?
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- 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.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
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 do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in Gloucestershire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom upgrade: fitted storage, desk, sockets, flooring, decoration (our estimate) | £1,500 – £4,500 | £1,550 – £4,700 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £940 – £2,100 | wall |
Typical time on site: 2–5 working days per room. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Bedroom upgrades and room refits by town in Gloucestershire
Questions about bedroom upgrades and room refits in Gloucestershire
Do you supply furniture?
We fit built-in furniture. Loose furniture is usually supplied by you or your furnishing supplier.
Can you add an ensuite at the same time?
Often, yes, if there is space and drainage can be reached. We check both at the survey.
Do you carry out bedroom upgrades and room refits across Gloucestershire?
Yes, across the whole of Gloucestershire, including Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud.
Who licenses HMOs in Gloucestershire?
HMOs in Gloucestershire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gloucestershire
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- Sound insulation in Gloucestershire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Gloucestershire
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- EPC and energy upgrades in Gloucestershire
- Extensions for extra rooms in Gloucestershire