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 Reigate (RH2) 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
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- RH2
- Location
- 19 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do communal kitchen refits in Reigate involve?
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Extraction to outside
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
Which rules apply in Reigate?
Here is what usually applies to a Reigate 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.
- 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 Reigate?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Reigate follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–2 weeks. If a council deadline applies in Reigate, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Reigate landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Reigate:
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Reigate
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 Reigate?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Reigate the nearest towns on our list are Redhill (2 miles), Horley (5 miles), Banstead (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Reigate?
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 Reigate?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Reigate
- Redhill · 2 mi
- Horley · 5 mi
- Banstead · 6 mi
- Caterham · 6 mi
- Coulsdon · 6 mi
- Leatherhead · 7 mi
- All of Surrey
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