In short: 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 Blaenau Gwent we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- NP
- Main towns
- Ebbw Vale, Tredegar
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blaenau Gwent involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
Which rules apply in Blaenau Gwent?
- Fitness for human habitation rules require mains-powered, interlinked smoke alarms on every storey and CO alarms where there is a gas, oil or solid-fuel appliance.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Blaenau Gwent?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £560 – £1,700 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Void and between-tenancy refurbs by town in Blaenau Gwent
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blaenau Gwent
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.
Do you check the fire doors and alarm?
Yes. We check closers, seals and alarm heads as part of every void visit and tell you about anything that needs fixing.
Do you carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across Blaenau Gwent?
Yes, across the whole of Blaenau Gwent, including Ebbw Vale, Tredegar.
Who licenses HMOs in Blaenau Gwent?
Blaenau Gwent council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blaenau Gwent
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