In short: An HMO bedroom upgrade refits a letting room so it is more comfortable and easier to let: built-in storage, a proper desk space, better lighting and sockets, sound-reducing doors, durable flooring and fresh decoration. In City of Edinburgh we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Edinburgh
What do bedroom upgrades and room refits in City of Edinburgh involve?
- Lockable door hardware
- Window and radiator upgrades
- Desk area with sockets and USB points
- LED lighting and dimmers
- Sound-reducing measures
- Fitted wardrobes and storage
Which rules apply in City of Edinburgh?
- Room sizes are set by each council; East Lothian, for example, uses 6.5 m² for a single room with a shared lounge and kitchen, and 10 m² without.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
How much do bedroom upgrades and room refits cost in City of Edinburgh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom upgrade: fitted storage, desk, sockets, flooring, decoration (our estimate) | £1,500 – £4,500 | £1,400 – £4,300 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| Acoustic upgrade to a party or partition wall | £900 – £2,000 | £860 – £1,900 | wall |
Typical time on site: 2–5 working days per room. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Bedroom upgrades and room refits by town in City of Edinburgh
Questions about bedroom upgrades and room refits in City of Edinburgh
Can you do rooms one at a time?
Yes. Most clients upgrade rooms as they become empty so the rest of the house keeps earning.
Do you supply furniture?
We fit built-in furniture. Loose furniture is usually supplied by you or your furnishing supplier.
Do you carry out bedroom upgrades and room refits across City of Edinburgh?
Yes, across the whole of City of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh.
Who licenses HMOs in City of Edinburgh?
City of Edinburgh council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in City of Edinburgh
- Ensuite installation in City of Edinburgh
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in City of Edinburgh
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in City of Edinburgh
- Sound insulation in City of Edinburgh
- Rewires and EICR remedials in City of Edinburgh
- Full HMO refurbishment in City of Edinburgh
- EPC and energy upgrades in City of Edinburgh
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in City of Edinburgh