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. For a house in Eastleigh we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SO50
- Location
- 5 miles north-east of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do bedroom upgrades and room refits in Eastleigh involve?
- New fire door with closer where needed
- LED lighting and dimmers
- Window and radiator upgrades
- Sound-reducing measures
- Fitted wardrobes and storage
Which rules apply in Eastleigh?
Here is what usually applies to a Eastleigh job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two, and 4.64 m² for a child under 10.
- 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.
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
How much do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in Eastleigh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom upgrade: fitted storage, desk, sockets, flooring, decoration (our estimate) | £1,500 – £4,500 | £1,700 – £5,050 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,250 | wall |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Eastleigh can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–5 working days per room on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Eastleigh landlords need it?
Landlords in Eastleigh most often ask us for this when:
- Moving a house to professional sharers
- Rooms that are hard to let at the current rent
Questions about bedroom upgrades and room refits in Eastleigh
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.
How far do you travel from Eastleigh?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Eastleigh the nearest towns on our list are Southampton (5 miles), Winchester (7 miles), Totton (7 miles).
Does a shared house in Eastleigh 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 do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in Eastleigh?
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.
Bedroom upgrades and room refits near Eastleigh
- Southampton · 5 mi
- Winchester · 7 mi
- Totton · 7 mi
- Hythe · 8 mi
- Fareham · 11 mi
- Cowes · 14 mi
- All of Hampshire
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- Sound insulation in Eastleigh
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Eastleigh
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- EPC and energy upgrades in Eastleigh