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. For a house in Newtownards we start with a measured survey, check the NI HMO standards and licence conditions for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT16, BT19, BT22 and BT23
- Location
- 9 miles east of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newtownards involve?
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Final clean and photo report
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
Which rules apply in Newtownards?
Here is what usually applies to a Newtownards job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions have the final detail.
- The NIFRS HMO Fire Safety Guide (July 2026) usually expects Grade D1 interlinked detection in smaller shared houses and a Grade A system with more than 6 occupants or over 200 m².
- Licence conditions and council enforcement cover disrepair, damp and mould in licensed HMOs.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- Doors on protected routes are typically FD30 or FD30S, self-closing on three hinges; emergency lighting is required in HMOs of 4 or more storeys.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Newtownards?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £540 – £1,600 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £220 – £450 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £270 – £540 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Northern Ireland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Newtownards follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Newtownards landlords need it?
Landlords in Newtownards most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newtownards
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 Newtownards do you work in?
All of them, including BT16, BT19, BT22 and BT23, and the surrounding parts of Belfast.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newtownards?
With the local council for the address. In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Newtownards?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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 Newtownards
- Dundonald · 4 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 5 mi
- Holywood · 6 mi
- Castlereagh · 8 mi
- Belfast · 9 mi
- Carrickfergus · 10 mi
- All of Belfast
Other HMO services in Newtownards
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newtownards
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newtownards
- Student HMO refurbishment in Newtownards
- Fire doors in Newtownards
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Newtownards
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newtownards
- EPC and energy upgrades in Newtownards
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newtownards