HMO layout reconfiguration changes the internal plan of a shared house so the rooms, kitchens and bathrooms work together: moving or adding walls, splitting oversized rooms, merging undersized ones, or moving the kitchen off the escape route. Landlords in Wigan (WN1, WN2 and WN3) 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
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- WN1, WN2 and WN3
- Location
- 15 miles south of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wigan involve?
- New stud walls and door openings
- Measured survey and options drawings
- Re-routing services
- Making good and decoration
- Removing or altering walls with structural design
Which rules apply in Wigan?
Here is what usually applies to a Wigan job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two, and 4.64 m² for a child under 10.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
How much do layout changes and room reconfiguration cost in Wigan?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| New stud wall and door forming a room, per room (our estimate) | £1,500 – £3,500 | £1,450 – £3,350 | room formed |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,350 – £6,250 | letting room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Wigan can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–4 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Wigan landlords need it?
Landlords in Wigan most often ask us for this when:
- Rooms below the size standard
- A layout that wastes space
Questions about layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wigan
Why move a kitchen off the escape route?
Kitchens are where most fires start. Guidance usually prefers that escape routes do not pass through or open directly from a kitchen without protection.
Do you cover all of Wigan?
Yes. We work across Wigan and the WN1, WN2 and WN3 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Hindley, Ashton in Makerfield, Westhoughton.
Does a shared house in Wigan 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 layout changes and room reconfiguration cost in Wigan?
Our guide ranges for North West 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.
Layout changes and room reconfiguration near Wigan
- Hindley · 2 mi
- Ashton in Makerfield · 4 mi
- Westhoughton · 5 mi
- Golborne · 5 mi
- Skelmersdale · 6 mi
- Leigh · 6 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Wigan
- House to HMO conversion in Wigan
- Extensions for extra rooms in Wigan
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Wigan
- Ensuite installation in Wigan
- Communal kitchen refits in Wigan
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Wigan
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Wigan
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Wigan