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