An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. Braintree is 29 miles south-east of Cambridge. We price communal kitchen refits there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM7 and CM77
- Location
- 29 miles south-east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do communal kitchen refits in Braintree involve?
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Fridge and freezer space
- Heat detector and fire blanket
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Durable worktops and flooring
Which rules apply in Braintree?
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 Braintree before we price.
- 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.
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- 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 Braintree?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,500 – £19,100 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
Prices in Braintree are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–2 weeks 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 Braintree landlords need it?
Landlords in Braintree most often ask us for this when:
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Braintree
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.
Do you cover all of Braintree?
Yes. We work across Braintree and the CM7 and CM77 postcode areas, plus the rest of Essex. Nearby places we also cover include Witham, Chelmsford, Maldon.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Braintree?
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 Braintree?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Braintree
- Witham · 7 mi
- Chelmsford · 10 mi
- Maldon · 11 mi
- Sudbury · 13 mi
- Haverhill · 15 mi
- Colchester · 15 mi
- All of Essex
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