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 Dorset, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- DT, BH, SP, BA
- Main towns
- Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Christchurch
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dorset involve?
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Final clean and photo report
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Dorset?
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Dorset?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £620 – £1,850 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | 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 Dorset
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dorset
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
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 Dorset?
Yes, across the whole of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth.
Who licenses HMOs in Dorset?
HMOs in Dorset are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.