In short: we carry out HMO conversions, refurbishments, fire safety and licence works across North Lanarkshire, priced against the rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards. North Lanarkshire is also the name of the local council, which licenses HMOs here.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region for pricing
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- ML, G
- Towns on our list
- 8
What HMO rules apply in North Lanarkshire?
- 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 Lanarkshire
HMO services in North Lanarkshire
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in North Lanarkshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in North Lanarkshire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in North Lanarkshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in North Lanarkshire
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in North Lanarkshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in North Lanarkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in North Lanarkshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in North Lanarkshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in North Lanarkshire
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in North Lanarkshire
- Communal kitchen refits in North Lanarkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in North Lanarkshire
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in North Lanarkshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in North Lanarkshire
- Fire doors in North Lanarkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in North Lanarkshire
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in North Lanarkshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in North Lanarkshire
- Sound insulation in North Lanarkshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in North Lanarkshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in North Lanarkshire
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in North Lanarkshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in North Lanarkshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in North Lanarkshire
Guide prices in North Lanarkshire
| 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 Lanarkshire?
Yes. We cover the whole of North Lanarkshire, including Cumbernauld, Coatbridge, Airdrie, Motherwell.
Who licenses HMOs in North Lanarkshire?
North Lanarkshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Is HMO work more expensive in North Lanarkshire?
Our guide prices for North Lanarkshire use the Scotland adjustment of -5% against the UK average. Your fixed price follows a site visit.