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. In Burnham-on-Sea, a town of about 23,000 people in Somerset, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- TA8 and TA9
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What does student HMO refurbishment in Burnham-on-Sea involve?
- Study space and sockets in every room
- Robust flooring and wipe-clean paint
- Hard-wearing kitchens and worktops
- Summer works programme agreed in spring
- Photo handover before move-in
Which rules apply in Burnham-on-Sea?
Here is what usually applies to a Burnham-on-Sea job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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 Burnham-on-Sea?
| 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 | £4,150 – £9,350 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,700 – £9,350 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,250 – £12,500 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Burnham-on-Sea can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 2–8 weeks over summer. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Burnham-on-Sea landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Burnham-on-Sea:
- Houses let to students on yearly tenancies
- Houses that need to compete with purpose-built student blocks
Questions about student HMO refurbishment in Burnham-on-Sea
Do student HMOs need a licence?
The same licensing rules apply as for any HMO. Many university towns also run additional licensing schemes, so we check the address.
How far do you travel from Burnham-on-Sea?
We cover the whole of Somerset and work UK-wide. For Burnham-on-Sea the nearest towns on our list are Weston-super-Mare (7 miles), Bridgwater (8 miles), Clevedon (15 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Burnham-on-Sea?
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 Burnham-on-Sea?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Burnham-on-Sea
- Weston-super-Mare · 7 mi
- Bridgwater · 8 mi
- Clevedon · 15 mi
- Penarth · 16 mi
- Mendip · 16 mi
- Taunton · 16 mi
- All of Somerset
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- Ensuite installation in Burnham-on-Sea
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- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Burnham-on-Sea
- Full HMO refurbishment in Burnham-on-Sea
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Burnham-on-Sea
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Burnham-on-Sea