In short: An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. Across City of Edinburgh, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Edinburgh
What does ensuite installation in City of Edinburgh involve?
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Lighting and electrics to bathroom zones
- Stud partition or pod installation
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.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- A building warrant may be needed for a change of use or for installing a fire alarm system; check with the council’s building standards service.
- 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 does ensuite installation cost in City of Edinburgh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,800 – £9,500 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
Typical time on site: 5–10 working days per ensuite. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Ensuite installation by town in City of Edinburgh
Questions about ensuite installation in City of Edinburgh
How noisy are macerators?
Modern units are quieter than older ones but still audible. We use them only where gravity drainage is not possible and fit them to reduce noise.
Do ensuites need building control?
New drainage and extraction usually fall under the building regulations, so a building notice or competent-person self-certification is normally needed.
Do you carry out ensuite installation 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
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in City of Edinburgh
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in City of Edinburgh
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in City of Edinburgh
- Rewires and EICR remedials in City of Edinburgh
- House to HMO conversion in City of Edinburgh
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in City of Edinburgh
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in City of Edinburgh
- Sound insulation in City of Edinburgh