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