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 Hoddesdon (EN11) 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
- Hertfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- EN11
- Location
- 18 miles north of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do communal kitchen refits in Hoddesdon involve?
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
- Extraction to outside
- Fridge and freezer space
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
Which rules apply in Hoddesdon?
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 Hoddesdon 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.
- 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 Hoddesdon?
| 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 Hoddesdon 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 Hoddesdon landlords need it?
Landlords in Hoddesdon 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 Hoddesdon
How big does an HMO kitchen need to be?
Councils set their own standards, usually as a minimum floor area and a number of sinks, cookers and worktop lengths per number of sharers. We design to the standard for your address.
Do you cover all of Hoddesdon?
Yes. We work across Hoddesdon and the EN11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hertfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Hertford, Cheshunt, Waltham Abbey.
Does a shared house in Hoddesdon 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 Hoddesdon?
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 Hoddesdon
- Hertford · 4 mi
- Cheshunt · 4 mi
- Waltham Abbey · 5 mi
- Harlow · 5 mi
- Enfield Town · 8 mi
- Potters Bar · 9 mi
- All of Hertfordshire
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