- Area
- North Lanarkshire
- Nation
- Scotland
- Postcodes
- ML1 and ML4
- Location
- 12 miles south-east of Glasgow
Shared houses in Motherwell range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Motherwell?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Motherwell. Each page below covers the work, the Scotland rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Motherwell
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Motherwell
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Motherwell
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Motherwell
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Motherwell
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Motherwell
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Motherwell
- Student HMO refurbishment in Motherwell
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Motherwell
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Motherwell
- Communal kitchen refits in Motherwell
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Motherwell
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Motherwell
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Motherwell
- Fire doors in Motherwell
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Motherwell
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Motherwell
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Motherwell
- Sound insulation in Motherwell
- EPC and energy upgrades in Motherwell
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Motherwell
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Motherwell
- Extensions for extra rooms in Motherwell
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Motherwell
HMO rules for Motherwell
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people not from one or two families, sharing a toilet, washing or cooking facilities.
- 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.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
Guide prices in Motherwell
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | house |
| 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 |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Motherwell?
We cover the whole of North Lanarkshire and work UK-wide. For Motherwell the nearest towns on our list are Mossend (2 miles), Bellshill (2 miles), Hamilton (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Motherwell need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
What HMO services do you offer in Motherwell?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.