- Area
- West Lothian
- Nation
- Scotland
- Postcodes
- EH48
- Location
- 18 miles west of Edinburgh
Shared houses in Bathgate 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 Bathgate?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Bathgate, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Bathgate
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Bathgate
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bathgate
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Bathgate
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Bathgate
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bathgate
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bathgate
- Student HMO refurbishment in Bathgate
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bathgate
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Bathgate
- Communal kitchen refits in Bathgate
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bathgate
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bathgate
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bathgate
- Fire doors in Bathgate
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bathgate
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bathgate
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Bathgate
- Sound insulation in Bathgate
- EPC and energy upgrades in Bathgate
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bathgate
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Bathgate
- Extensions for extra rooms in Bathgate
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Bathgate
HMO rules for Bathgate
- Interlinked smoke and heat alarms under the tolerable standard; EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people not from one or two families, sharing a toilet, washing or cooking facilities.
- 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 Bathgate
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Bathgate?
Yes. We work across Bathgate and the EH48 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Lothian. Nearby places we also cover include Armadale, Livingston, Linlithgow.
Does a shared house in Bathgate 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 Bathgate?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.