In short: we carry out HMO conversions, refurbishments, fire safety and licence works across Angus, working to the HMO rules for Scotland. Angus is also the name of the local council, which licenses HMOs here.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region for pricing
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- DD, PH, AB
- Towns on our list
- 2
What HMO rules apply in Angus?
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people not from one or two families, sharing a toilet, washing or cooking facilities.
- Licences last up to 3 years; physical standards are set by councils under the 2012 statutory guidance.
- No C4 use class: up to 5 residents can fall within Class 9 (houses), and HMO planning policy is set by each council.
- Interlinked smoke and heat alarms under the tolerable standard; EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026, with set timescales for damp and mould.
Towns we cover in Angus
HMO services in Angus
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Angus
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Angus
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Angus
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Angus
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Angus
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Angus
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Angus
- Student HMO refurbishment in Angus
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Angus
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Angus
- Communal kitchen refits in Angus
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Angus
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Angus
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Angus
- Fire doors in Angus
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Angus
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Angus
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Angus
- Sound insulation in Angus
- EPC and energy upgrades in Angus
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Angus
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Angus
- Extensions for extra rooms in Angus
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Angus
Guide prices in Angus
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,300 – £6,200 | letting room |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,800 – £8,550 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,600 – £17,100 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
Questions
Do you carry out HMO works in Angus?
Yes. We cover the whole of Angus, including Arbroath, Forfar.
Who licenses HMOs in Angus?
Angus council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Is HMO work more expensive in Angus?
Our guide prices for Angus use the Scotland adjustment of -5% against the UK average. Your fixed price follows a site visit.