An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. For a house in Nelson (Caerphilly) 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
- Caerphilly, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF46 and CF82
- Location
- 13 miles north of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do communal kitchen refits in Nelson (Caerphilly) involve?
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Fridge and freezer space
- Extraction to outside
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
Which rules apply in Nelson (Caerphilly)?
Here is what usually applies to a Nelson (Caerphilly) job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Nelson (Caerphilly)?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,500 – £16,900 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £750 – £1,900 | house |
Prices in Nelson (Caerphilly) are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (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: 1–2 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Nelson (Caerphilly) landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Nelson (Caerphilly):
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Nelson (Caerphilly)
Do HMO kitchens need a heat detector?
Kitchens normally have a heat detector rather than a smoke detector, linked to the house alarm. The exact system follows the fire risk assessment.
Do you cover all of Nelson (Caerphilly)?
Yes. We work across Nelson (Caerphilly) and the CF46 and CF82 postcode areas, plus the rest of Caerphilly. Nearby places we also cover include Treharris, Gelligaer, Bargoed.
Does a shared house in Nelson (Caerphilly) need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Nelson (Caerphilly)?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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.
Communal kitchen refits near Nelson (Caerphilly)
- Treharris · 1 mi
- Gelligaer · 1 mi
- Bargoed · 3 mi
- Blackwood · 3 mi
- Pontypridd · 4 mi
- Caerphilly · 6 mi
- All of Caerphilly
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