An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. Muswell Hill is 6 miles north of London. 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- N2 and N10
- Location
- 6 miles north of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do communal kitchen refits in Muswell Hill involve?
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Heat detector and fire blanket
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
- Fridge and freezer space
Which rules apply in Muswell Hill?
Communal kitchen refits in Muswell Hill 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.
- 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.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Muswell Hill?
| 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 Muswell Hill 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?
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 Muswell Hill landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- More sharers than the current kitchen can serve
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Muswell Hill
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 Muswell Hill?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Muswell Hill the nearest towns on our list are Wood Green (1 miles), Archway (2 miles), Finchley (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Muswell Hill need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Muswell Hill?
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 Muswell Hill
- Wood Green · 1 mi
- Archway · 2 mi
- Finchley · 2 mi
- Holloway · 3 mi
- Chalk Farm · 3 mi
- Tottenham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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