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 Bangor (County Down), a town of around 60,000 people, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Northern Ireland and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions.
- Area
- County Down, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT19 and BT20
- Location
- 11 miles north-east of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bangor (County Down) involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
Which rules apply in Bangor (County Down)?
Here is what usually applies to a Bangor (County Down) job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions have the final detail.
- 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.
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Bangor (County Down)?
| 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 Bangor (County Down) 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 Bangor (County Down) landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bangor (County Down)
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.
How far do you travel from Bangor (County Down)?
We cover the whole of County Down and work UK-wide. For Bangor (County Down) the nearest towns on our list are Newtownards (5 miles), Holywood (6 miles), Carrickfergus (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bangor (County Down)?
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 Bangor (County Down)?
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 Bangor (County Down)
- Newtownards · 5 mi
- Holywood · 6 mi
- Carrickfergus · 7 mi
- Dundonald · 7 mi
- Newtownabbey · 10 mi
- Castlereagh · 11 mi
- All of County Down
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bangor (County Down)
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