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