HMO sound insulation reduces noise passing between letting rooms, floors and neighbours. In Folkestone, a town of around 65,000 people in Kent, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- CT19, CT20 and CT50
- Location
- 60 miles east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What does sound insulation in Folkestone involve?
- Acoustic plasterboard
- Door seals and heavier door sets
- Floor and ceiling upgrades with resilient bars or hangers
- Pre-completion testing coordination where required
- Acoustic mineral wool
Which rules apply in Folkestone?
Here is what usually applies to a Folkestone job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Where the building regulations apply to a conversion, Part E sound requirements can apply between rooms and floors.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
How much does sound insulation cost in Folkestone?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,250 | wall |
| Acoustic ceiling or floor upgrade, 12–15 m² | £800 – £2,700 | £900 – £3,000 | room |
Prices in Folkestone are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 2–6 working days per room. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Folkestone landlords need it?
Landlords in Folkestone most often ask us for this when:
- Converting a building where sound rules apply
- Noise complaints between rooms
Questions about sound insulation in Folkestone
Can you soundproof a floor without lifting it?
Often from below, by dropping an independent ceiling with acoustic insulation. It does lower the ceiling slightly.
How far do you travel from Folkestone?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Folkestone the nearest towns on our list are Dover (7 miles), Ashford (Kent) (13 miles), Deal (14 miles).
Does a shared house in Folkestone 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 does sound insulation cost in Folkestone?
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.
Sound insulation near Folkestone
- Dover · 7 mi
- Ashford (Kent) · 13 mi
- Deal · 14 mi
- Canterbury · 14 mi
- Faversham · 20 mi
- Herne Bay · 20 mi
- All of Kent
Other HMO services in Folkestone
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Folkestone
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Folkestone
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Folkestone
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Folkestone
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Folkestone
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Folkestone
- Fire doors in Folkestone
- House to HMO conversion in Folkestone