In short: An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. In Glasgow City 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
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- Main towns
- Glasgow
What does ensuite installation in Glasgow City involve?
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Extractor fan with overrun
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
Which rules apply in Glasgow City?
- 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 Glasgow City?
| 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 Glasgow City
Questions about ensuite installation in Glasgow City
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 Glasgow City?
Yes, across the whole of Glasgow City, including Glasgow.
Who licenses HMOs in Glasgow City?
Glasgow City council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Glasgow City
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Glasgow City
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Glasgow City
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Glasgow City
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Glasgow City
- House to HMO conversion in Glasgow City
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Glasgow City
- Full HMO refurbishment in Glasgow City
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Glasgow City