A student HMO refurbishment upgrades a shared house let to students, using hard-wearing finishes and planned around the academic year so the work is finished before the next tenancy starts. For a house in Hornchurch we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- RM11 and RM12
- Location
- 15 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does student HMO refurbishment in Hornchurch involve?
- Broadband and electrics upgrades
- Hard-wearing kitchens and worktops
- Summer works programme agreed in spring
- Extra bathroom or ensuites
- Robust flooring and wipe-clean paint
Which rules apply in Hornchurch?
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 Hornchurch before we price.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Hornchurch?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £5,100 – £11,500 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Hornchurch can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–8 weeks over summer 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 Hornchurch landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- The summer gap between tenancies
- Houses that need to compete with purpose-built student blocks
Questions about student HMO refurbishment in Hornchurch
When should I book a summer student refurbishment?
By spring if you can. The window between tenancies is short and contractors in university towns book up quickly.
Which postcodes in Hornchurch do you work in?
All of them, including RM11 and RM12, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hornchurch?
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 does student HMO refurbishment cost in Hornchurch?
Our guide ranges for London 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.
Student HMO refurbishment near Hornchurch
- Romford · 2 mi
- Dagenham · 2 mi
- Becontree · 4 mi
- South Ockendon · 4 mi
- Thamesmead · 6 mi
- Brentwood · 6 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Hornchurch
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- Ensuite installation in Hornchurch
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Hornchurch
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Hornchurch
- Full HMO refurbishment in Hornchurch
- EPC and energy upgrades in Hornchurch
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Hornchurch