An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. Landlords in Paignton (TQ3) 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
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- TQ3
- Location
- 20 miles south of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do communal kitchen refits in Paignton involve?
- Heat detector and fire blanket
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Extraction to outside
Which rules apply in Paignton?
Communal kitchen refits in Paignton 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:
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Paignton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
Prices in Paignton are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (above 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 Paignton landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Paignton
Can kitchens be split between floors?
Yes, and in larger houses it often helps. A second kitchen can reduce pressure on one room and helps meet the ratios.
How far do you travel from Paignton?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Paignton the nearest towns on our list are Torquay (3 miles), Newton Abbot (7 miles), Exmouth (14 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Paignton?
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 communal kitchen refits cost in Paignton?
Our guide ranges for South 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.
Communal kitchen refits near Paignton
- Torquay · 3 mi
- Newton Abbot · 7 mi
- Exmouth · 14 mi
- Heavitree · 20 mi
- Exeter · 20 mi
- Plymstock · 24 mi
- All of Devon
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