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