An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Landlords in Speke (L19, L24 and L26) 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
- Merseyside, England
- Postcodes
- L19, L24 and L26
- Location
- 7 miles south-east of Liverpool
- Pricing region
- North West
What do extensions for extra rooms in Speke involve?
- Building control completion
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
- Planning route check and drawings
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
Which rules apply in Speke?
Extensions for extra rooms in Speke must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- 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.
- 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 Speke?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Speke can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Speke landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Speke:
- Adding a ground-floor room
- A kitchen too small for the number of sharers
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Speke
Do you handle building control?
Yes, from application to completion certificate.
How far do you travel from Speke?
We cover the whole of Merseyside and work UK-wide. For Speke the nearest towns on our list are Halewood (1 miles), Garston (2 miles), Runcorn (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Speke?
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 do extensions for extra rooms cost in Speke?
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 Speke
- Halewood · 1 mi
- Garston · 2 mi
- Runcorn · 5 mi
- Widnes · 5 mi
- Huyton · 5 mi
- Ellesmere Port Town · 5 mi
- All of Merseyside