A void refurbishment is the work done while a room or house is empty between tenancies: repairs, redecoration, flooring, deep cleaning and safety checks, done quickly so the room can be let again. In Westhill, a town of about 12,000 people in Aberdeenshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Aberdeenshire, Scotland
- Postcodes
- AB32
- Location
- 7 miles west of Aberdeen
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Westhill involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Final clean and photo report
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
Which rules apply in Westhill?
Here is what usually applies to a Westhill job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Westhill?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £570 – £1,700 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
Prices in Westhill are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Westhill landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Westhill
Can you book the summer turnaround in advance?
Yes, and it is worth doing: June to September is the busiest period for student houses. We can agree a programme and price in spring.
Which postcodes in Westhill do you work in?
All of them, including AB32, and the surrounding parts of Aberdeenshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Westhill?
With the local council for the address. 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 do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Westhill?
Our guide ranges for Scotland are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Void and between-tenancy refurbs near Westhill
- Aberdeen · 7 mi
- Nigg · 7 mi
- Inverurie · 10 mi
- Peterhead · 31 mi
- Fraserburgh · 38 mi
- Forfar · 42 mi
- All of Aberdeenshire