Date Published 03 February 2026
Recent changes to HMO licensing requirements across Reading now affect many 3- and 4-bedroom properties. If your property falls into this category, you may be required to obtain an HMO licence to remain legally compliant. At Adams Estates, we are already supporting landlords through this transition and have begun carrying out HMO risk assessments. We can also manage and submit licence applications on your behalf, ensuring the process is handled correctly from start to finish.
Adams Estates has been managing HMO properties since 2004 and is widely recognised as an expert in this field. With over two decades of hands-on experience in the Reading HMO market, we have an in-depth understanding of local regulations and work closely with the council to protect our landlords from the significant fines and enforcement action associated with unlicensed properties.
This experience means we are perfectly positioned to handle the entire HMO process for you, ensuring your property remains fully compliant with minimum disruption.
Fixed-Fee HMO Project Management Service
To simplify this transition, we are offering landlords a one-off project management service for a fixed fee, designed to make your property fully legal and licence-ready. This service includes:
✔ Expert Risk Assessment Report
A detailed on-site risk assessment survey conducted by our specialist team, clearly outlining what is required to make your property compliant.
✔ Contractor Management
We provide full quotations for any necessary works — such as interlinked fire alarms, fire doors, and other safety requirements — to bring the property up to the required standard.
✔ Application Management
We handle the entire Council Portal application process, including all required technical documentation, certificates, and supporting information.
✔ Local Authority Liaison
Leslie, our in-house HMO Inspector, will deal with the council in person on your behalf and attend all mandatory council inspections, ensuring your licence is granted without unnecessary delays.
Expertise You Can Trust
Our extensive knowledge of the Reading HMO market, combined with long-standing relationships with local authorities, ensures our landlords remain protected, compliant, and confident that their investment is in safe hands. For more information on our expertise and the specific HMO regulations, please visit our dedicated HMO page:
👉 https://www.adamsestates.net/hmo.htm
What Happens Next?
If you decide to proceed with this service, Leslie will visit your property to carry out the initial survey and floorplan. Once completed, we will report back to you with the findings and provide a quotation for any physical works required to secure your HMO licence. Our goal is to manage this transition as efficiently and smoothly as possible, allowing you to focus on your investment while we take care of the compliance.
If you have any questions or would like to proceed with this service, please contact us. We would be more than happy to assist you.
