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 Acton (W3) 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 London, England
- Postcodes
- W3
- Location
- 6 miles west of London
- Council
- London Borough of Ealing
- Pricing region
- London
What do communal kitchen refits in Acton involve?
- Fridge and freezer space
- Extraction to outside
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
Which rules apply in Acton?
Here is what usually applies to a Acton job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
London Borough of Ealing: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Immediate direction for Perivale from 30 Oct 2024 and non-immediate direction for the rest of the borough from 2025. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027; renewal consulted 15 Jul-24 Sep 2026. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Two designations covering most wards: 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027 (e.g. Southall, East/North Acton) and 3 Jan 2023-2 Jan 2028 (e.g. Greenford, Northolt, Perivale, Ealing Common). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Acton before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Ealing HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Acton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Acton can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Acton landlords need it?
Landlords in Acton most often ask us for this when:
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Acton
How long does a kitchen refit take?
Usually one to two weeks, longer if walls move or the kitchen relocates.
Do you cover all of Acton?
Yes. We work across Acton and the W3 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Chiswick, Shepherds Bush, Willesden.
Which council covers HMOs in Acton?
Acton is covered by London Borough of Ealing. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Acton?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Acton
- Chiswick · 1 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Willesden · 2 mi
- Barnes · 3 mi
- Notting Hill · 3 mi
- Wembley · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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