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