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 Burton upon Trent (DE13, DE14 and DE15) 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
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- DE13, DE14 and DE15
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Nottingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do communal kitchen refits in Burton upon Trent involve?
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Fridge and freezer space
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Extraction to outside
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
Which rules apply in Burton upon Trent?
Here is what usually applies to a Burton upon Trent job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Burton upon Trent?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,000 – £18,000 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £800 – £2,000 | house |
Prices in Burton upon Trent are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–2 weeks. If a council deadline applies in Burton upon Trent, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Burton upon Trent landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Burton upon Trent:
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Burton upon Trent
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 Burton upon Trent?
We cover the whole of Staffordshire and work UK-wide. For Burton upon Trent the nearest towns on our list are Swadlincote (4 miles), Derby (11 miles), Lichfield (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Burton upon Trent
- Swadlincote · 4 mi
- Derby · 11 mi
- Lichfield · 12 mi
- Tamworth · 12 mi
- Rugeley · 13 mi
- Coalville · 13 mi
- All of Staffordshire
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