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 Daventry (NN11) 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
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN11
- Location
- 18 miles south-east of Coventry
- Council
- West Northamptonshire Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What does student HMO refurbishment in Daventry involve?
- Extra bathroom or ensuites
- Photo handover before move-in
- Broadband and electrics upgrades
- Robust flooring and wipe-clean paint
- Hard-wearing kitchens and worktops
Which rules apply in Daventry?
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 Daventry before we price.
- 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.
West Northamptonshire Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions cover several areas of Northampton (from 2011 onwards). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 20 wards across Northampton and Daventry 24 Feb 2025-23 Feb 2030 (replaced 2020-2025 scheme). |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Daventry before you buy or start work. Source: West Northamptonshire Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Daventry?
| 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 | £3,900 – £8,750 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,750 – £17,450 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,350 – £8,750 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £780 – £1,950 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,800 – £11,650 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Daventry 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 Daventry landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- The summer gap between tenancies
- Houses let to students on yearly tenancies
Questions about student HMO refurbishment in Daventry
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 Daventry do you work in?
All of them, including NN11, and the surrounding parts of Northamptonshire.
Which council covers HMOs in Daventry?
Daventry is covered by West Northamptonshire Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much does student HMO refurbishment cost in Daventry?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Daventry
- Rugby · 9 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Royal Leamington Spa · 15 mi
- Banbury · 15 mi
- Warwick · 18 mi
- Coventry · 18 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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