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. Landlords in Old Trafford (M16, M17, M32 and M50) 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
- M16, M17, M32 and M50
- Location
- 3 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does student HMO refurbishment in Old Trafford involve?
- Hard-wearing kitchens and worktops
- Robust flooring and wipe-clean paint
- Extra bathroom or ensuites
- Study space and sockets in every room
- Photo handover before move-in
Which rules apply in Old Trafford?
Here is what usually applies to a Old Trafford job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Old Trafford?
| 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 | £3,850 – £8,650 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,300 – £8,650 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Old Trafford can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–8 weeks over summer. If a council deadline applies in Old Trafford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Old Trafford landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Old Trafford:
- The summer gap between tenancies
- Houses let to students on yearly tenancies
Questions about student HMO refurbishment in Old Trafford
What finishes last best in student houses?
Commercial-grade vinyl or laminate, quartz-effect laminate worktops, wipe-clean paint and good extraction to keep condensation down.
How far do you travel from Old Trafford?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Old Trafford the nearest towns on our list are Stretford (1 miles), Salford (2 miles), Eccles (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Old Trafford?
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 Old Trafford?
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.
Student HMO refurbishment near Old Trafford
- Stretford · 1 mi
- Salford · 2 mi
- Eccles · 3 mi
- Manchester · 3 mi
- Sale · 3 mi
- Urmston · 3 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Old Trafford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Old Trafford
- Communal kitchen refits in Old Trafford
- Ensuite installation in Old Trafford
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Old Trafford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Old Trafford
- Full HMO refurbishment in Old Trafford
- Fire doors in Old Trafford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Old Trafford