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