An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. Landlords in Farnham (GU9) 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
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- GU9
- Location
- 18 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What does ensuite installation in Farnham involve?
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
- Extractor fan with overrun
Which rules apply in Farnham?
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 Farnham before we price.
- 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Farnham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Farnham can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 5–10 working days per ensuite 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 Farnham landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Farnham:
- Reducing pressure on shared bathrooms
- Moving a house up to professional sharers
Questions about ensuite installation in Farnham
Do ensuites need building control?
New drainage and extraction usually fall under the building regulations, so a building notice or competent-person self-certification is normally needed.
How far do you travel from Farnham?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Farnham the nearest towns on our list are Aldershot (3 miles), Fleet (5 miles), Farnborough (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Farnham?
With the local council for the address. 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 does ensuite installation cost in Farnham?
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.
Ensuite installation near Farnham
- Aldershot · 3 mi
- Fleet · 5 mi
- Farnborough · 6 mi
- Bordon · 7 mi
- Godalming · 8 mi
- Camberley · 9 mi
- All of Surrey
Other HMO services in Farnham
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Farnham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Farnham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Farnham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Farnham
- House to HMO conversion in Farnham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Farnham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Farnham
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Farnham