Aids and adaptations in Trafford

Social landlords in Trafford can appoint us for aids and adaptations, from a single home to a programme. Most social homes in Trafford belong to housing associations after the council transferred its stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.

Trafford at a glance

Council: Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council
Region: North West
Council homes: Transferred to housing associations
Housing standard: Decent Homes Standard (England)
Damp and mould timescales: Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
Population: 237,579 (2020 estimate)
Regional price factor: 1.01 (VOA 2026)

Council housing status from Housing Revenue Account records (MHCLG and the 2012 HRA list, updated for later transfers) and council publications, checked October 2026. Population: ONS 2020 mid-year estimate.

Who owns the social homes in Trafford?

Most social homes in Trafford are owned by housing associations, following the transfer of the council's homes to housing association ownership. Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council remains the strategic housing authority, with duties on homelessness and housing need.

What do we cover in Trafford?

Grab rails, stair rails and lever taps
Ramps, steps and handrails
Stairlifts and through-floor lifts, coordinated with specialist suppliers
Door widening and threshold removal
Kitchen adaptations at accessible heights

How do we deliver it?

Where possible, we hand over with the occupational therapist present, so any adjustment can be agreed on the spot.

Which rules apply in Trafford?

Replacement windows, heating systems and some electrical work are controlled under the Building Regulations. In higher-risk buildings (18 metres or 7 storeys and above, with two or more homes), building work needs Building Safety Regulator approval before it starts unless it is exempt.

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What do aids and adaptations cost in Trafford?

Our guide range for a level-access shower or wet room in Trafford is £4,800–£6,550 per home. That is the UK range of £4,750–£6,500 (published figure) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 1.01 (VOA Rating Cost Guide 2026: 1.01–1.02); figures are before VAT where the source states it. Every job is priced after survey; specification, access and the condition of the homes will move the figure.

Questions about aids and adaptations in Trafford

Does Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council still own council homes?

Can you take on aids and adaptations in Trafford as a subcontractor?

Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in Trafford can engage us as a tier-2 subcontractor for aids and adaptations, working under their systems and their client's specification.

Which housing standard applies in Trafford?

Social homes in England must meet the Decent Homes Standard, enforced through the Regulator of Social Housing's Safety and Quality Standard. A reformed standard, confirmed in January 2026, must be met by 2035 at the latest.