An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Landlords in Old Trafford (M16, M17, M32 and M50) 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
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M16, M17, M32 and M50
- Location
- 3 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do extensions for extra rooms in Old Trafford involve?
- Party wall coordination where needed
- Heating, insulation and glazing
- Building control completion
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Planning route check and drawings
Which rules apply in Old Trafford?
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 Old Trafford before we price.
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Old Trafford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £33,600 – £57,600 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,750 – £3,850 | m² |
Prices in Old Trafford are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (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: 8–14 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Old Trafford landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Old Trafford:
- Adding a ground-floor room
- A kitchen too small for the number of sharers
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Old Trafford
Do you handle building control?
Yes, from application to completion certificate.
Do you cover all of Old Trafford?
Yes. We work across Old Trafford and the M16, M17, M32 and M50 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Stretford, Salford, Eccles.
Does a shared house in Old Trafford 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 extensions for extra rooms cost in Old Trafford?
Our guide ranges for North West 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.
Extensions for extra rooms near Old Trafford
- Stretford · 1 mi
- Salford · 2 mi
- Eccles · 3 mi
- Manchester · 3 mi
- Sale · 3 mi
- Urmston · 3 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Old Trafford
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Old Trafford
- Communal kitchen refits in Old Trafford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Old Trafford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Old Trafford
- Ensuite installation in Old Trafford
- House to HMO conversion in Old Trafford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Old Trafford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Old Trafford