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 Tyne and Wear, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North East
- Postcode areas
- NE, SR, DH
- Main towns
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields, Gateshead, Washington
What do bedroom upgrades and room refits in Tyne and Wear involve?
- Flooring and decoration
- Sound-reducing measures
- Fitted wardrobes and storage
- LED lighting and dimmers
- Lockable door hardware
- New fire door with closer where needed
Which rules apply in Tyne and Wear?
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
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 Tyne and Wear?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom upgrade: fitted storage, desk, sockets, flooring, decoration (our estimate) | £1,500 – £4,500 | £1,400 – £4,150 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £830 – £1,850 | 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 Tyne and Wear
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- South Shields
- Gateshead
- Washington
- Tynemouth
- Wallsend
- Newburn
- North Shields
- Whitley Bay
- Houghton-Le-Spring
- Felling
- Jarrow
- Gosforth
- Hebburn
Questions about bedroom upgrades and room refits in Tyne and Wear
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 Tyne and Wear?
Yes, across the whole of Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields.
Who licenses HMOs in Tyne and Wear?
HMOs in Tyne and Wear are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Tyne and Wear
- Ensuite installation in Tyne and Wear
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Tyne and Wear
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Tyne and Wear
- Sound insulation in Tyne and Wear
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Tyne and Wear
- Full HMO refurbishment in Tyne and Wear
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Tyne and Wear
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Tyne and Wear