Gas, electrical and alarm certificates in Wombourne

We handle HMO safety certificate work for HMOs in Wombourne and the rest of Staffordshire, checking each requirement against South Staffordshire Council's current rules.

Whether the house in Wombourne is empty, let or mid-purchase, we can start with the survey.

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Shared houses in Wombourne need to satisfy South Staffordshire Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.

We'll tell you plainly if a house in Wombourne isn't suited to the number of rooms you have in mind, and what it would take to make it work.

HMO rules in South Staffordshire Council

Rule	South Staffordshire Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)	In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensing	Not confirmed
Selective licensing	Not confirmed
Article 4 direction for small HMOs	Not confirmed

Checked October 2026 against South Staffordshire Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

We couldn't confirm South Staffordshire Council's Article 4 position from its own website, so we check it with the council for the address. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether South Staffordshire Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

Gas, electrical and alarm certificates for Wombourne landlords

Landlords in Wombourne need the same core certificates as anywhere in England: an annual gas safety record, an EICR at least every 5 years and working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Licence conditions often add fire alarm and emergency lighting servicing to the list.

We arrange checks for HMOs in Wombourne and across Staffordshire, book them before they fall due and keep every date in a compliance diary. Where a report needs remedial work, we quote for it straight away so deadlines are met.

EICRs by qualified electricians, at least every 5 years
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm checks and replacements
Remedial electrical work quoted to meet the 28-day deadline
Compliance diary with every due date in one place
Annual gas safety checks by Gas Safe registered engineers

Gas, electrical and alarm certificates near Wombourne

Kingswinford 2.5 miles
Penn 2.6 miles
Sedgley 2.6 miles
Wolverhampton 2.7 miles
Brierley Hill 4.4 miles
Dudley 4.8 miles

Questions about HMO safety certificate in Wombourne

What documents does South Staffordshire Council ask for with an HMO licence?

Councils usually ask for floor plans showing room sizes and fire safety features, gas and electrical safety certificates, and fire alarm and emergency lighting certificates. We check South Staffordshire Council's current list for your application.

Can you fix the issues a council inspection found?

Yes. We price the works on the inspection report, carry them out and provide the evidence the council asks for.

Who issues HMO licences in Wombourne?

South Staffordshire Council is the licensing authority for Wombourne. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Wombourne?

Since 1 May 2026 councils can issue civil penalties of up to £40,000, and rent repayment orders can cover up to two years' rent. If a house in Wombourne needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.