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. We carry this out across Cardiff, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- CF
- Main towns
- Cardiff, Whitchurch
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cardiff involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in Cardiff?
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- 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.
Cardiff Council: local HMO schemes
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Cathays: 1 Feb 2023 to 1 Feb 2028. Plasnewydd had a scheme from 1 Jan 2021; check with Cardiff Council whether it has been renewed. |
|---|---|
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Cardiff before you buy or start work. Source: Cardiff Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Cardiff?
| 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 Cardiff
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cardiff
How quickly can you turn a room around?
A single room redecoration with flooring is often two to four working days. A whole house at the end of a tenancy is usually one to two weeks, depending on what the walk-round finds.
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 Cardiff?
Yes, across the whole of Cardiff, including Cardiff, Whitchurch.
Who licenses HMOs in Cardiff?
Cardiff council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.