In short: we carry out HMO conversions, refurbishments, fire safety and licence works across East Dunbartonshire, priced against the rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards. East Dunbartonshire is also the name of the local council, which licenses HMOs here.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region for pricing
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
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- Towns on our list
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What HMO rules apply in East Dunbartonshire?
- 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 East Dunbartonshire
HMO services in East Dunbartonshire
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in East Dunbartonshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in East Dunbartonshire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in East Dunbartonshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in East Dunbartonshire
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in East Dunbartonshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Dunbartonshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in East Dunbartonshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in East Dunbartonshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in East Dunbartonshire
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in East Dunbartonshire
- Communal kitchen refits in East Dunbartonshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in East Dunbartonshire
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in East Dunbartonshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in East Dunbartonshire
- Fire doors in East Dunbartonshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in East Dunbartonshire
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in East Dunbartonshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in East Dunbartonshire
- Sound insulation in East Dunbartonshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in East Dunbartonshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in East Dunbartonshire
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in East Dunbartonshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in East Dunbartonshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in East Dunbartonshire
Guide prices in East Dunbartonshire
| 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 East Dunbartonshire?
Yes. We cover the whole of East Dunbartonshire, including Bearsden, Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch, Milngavie.
Who licenses HMOs in East Dunbartonshire?
East Dunbartonshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Is HMO work more expensive in East Dunbartonshire?
Our guide prices for East Dunbartonshire use the Scotland adjustment of -5% against the UK average. Your fixed price follows a site visit.