A practical guide to HMO emergency repairs, highlighting landlord responsibilities, compliance obligations, and how Fraser Bond helps landlords respond quickly to urgent property issues.
HMO emergency repairs are urgent maintenance issues that threaten tenant safety, property integrity, or legal compliance. Prompt action is critical in Houses in Multiple Occupation to prevent injury, property damage, or enforcement action by local authorities.
Fraser Bond provides professional HMO emergency repair services across London and the UK, helping landlords manage urgent issues while ensuring compliance with safety and licensing requirements.
Emergency repairs in HMOs are essential to:
Protect tenant health and safety
Maintain compliance with mandatory, additional, or selective HMO licensing
Avoid fines, enforcement action, or licence revocation
Prevent further damage and costly property repairs
Common emergencies include burst pipes, electrical faults, heating failures, and fire safety system issues.
Professional HMO emergency repair services typically cover:
Plumbing and Heating – Leaks, boiler breakdowns, and hot water failures
Electrical Repairs – Power outages, faulty wiring, and dangerous appliances
Fire Safety Systems – Broken smoke alarms, fire doors, and emergency lighting failures
Structural Issues – Roof leaks, broken windows, or urgent building defects
Tenant Safety Hazards – Any issue posing immediate risk to occupants
Fraser Bond ensures all emergency repairs are handled quickly and in accordance with UK HMO regulations.
Fraser Bond offers end-to-end emergency repair support:
24/7 rapid response to urgent repair requests
Professional assessment and immediate action
Coordination with licensed contractors for specialised issues
Compliance checks for fire safety, gas, and electrical systems
Portfolio-wide management of emergency repair protocols
This ensures landlords protect tenants, meet legal obligations, and minimise damage to their investment properties.