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 South Lanarkshire 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
- ML, G, EH
- Main towns
- East Kilbride, Meikle Earnock, Hamilton, Rutherglen, Cambuslang
What does ensuite installation in South Lanarkshire involve?
- Stud partition or pod installation
- Lighting and electrics to bathroom zones
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Tanking and waterproof wall boards
- Waste, macerator or pumped drainage
Which rules apply in South Lanarkshire?
- 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.
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.
How much does ensuite installation cost in South Lanarkshire?
| 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 South Lanarkshire
Questions about ensuite installation in South Lanarkshire
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.
Can an ensuite go anywhere?
It needs a route for waste water. Gravity drainage is best; where that is not possible, a macerator or pump can work. We check at the survey.
Do you carry out ensuite installation across South Lanarkshire?
Yes, across the whole of South Lanarkshire, including East Kilbride, Meikle Earnock, Hamilton.
Who licenses HMOs in South Lanarkshire?
South Lanarkshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in South Lanarkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in South Lanarkshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in South Lanarkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in South Lanarkshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in South Lanarkshire
- House to HMO conversion in South Lanarkshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in South Lanarkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in South Lanarkshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in South Lanarkshire