In short: we carry out HMO conversions, refurbishments, fire safety and licence works across South Lanarkshire, working to the HMO rules for Scotland. South Lanarkshire is also the name of the local council, which licenses HMOs here.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region for pricing
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- ML, G, EH
- Towns on our list
- 10
What HMO rules apply in South 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 South Lanarkshire
HMO services in South Lanarkshire
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in South Lanarkshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in South Lanarkshire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in South Lanarkshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in South Lanarkshire
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in South Lanarkshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in South Lanarkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in South Lanarkshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in South Lanarkshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in South Lanarkshire
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in South Lanarkshire
- Communal kitchen refits in South Lanarkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in South Lanarkshire
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in South Lanarkshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in South Lanarkshire
- Fire doors in South Lanarkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in South Lanarkshire
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in South Lanarkshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in South Lanarkshire
- Sound insulation in South Lanarkshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in South Lanarkshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in South Lanarkshire
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in South Lanarkshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in South Lanarkshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in South Lanarkshire
Guide prices in South 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 South Lanarkshire?
Yes. We cover the whole of South Lanarkshire, including East Kilbride, Meikle Earnock, Hamilton, Rutherglen.
Who licenses HMOs in South Lanarkshire?
South Lanarkshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Is HMO work more expensive in South Lanarkshire?
Our guide prices for South Lanarkshire use the Scotland adjustment of -5% against the UK average. Your fixed price follows a site visit.