An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. In Chiswick, a town of about 34,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- W4
- Location
- 6 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do communal kitchen refits in Chiswick involve?
- Fridge and freezer space
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Extraction to outside
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Durable worktops and flooring
Which rules apply in Chiswick?
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 Chiswick 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 Chiswick?
| 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 |
Prices in Chiswick are shown with our regional adjustment for London (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 Chiswick landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Chiswick
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 Chiswick?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Chiswick the nearest towns on our list are Acton (1 miles), Barnes (1 miles), Shepherds Bush (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Chiswick?
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 Chiswick?
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 Chiswick
- Acton · 1 mi
- Barnes · 1 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Notting Hill · 3 mi
- Fulham · 3 mi
- Putney · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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