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. Across East Ayrshire, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- KA, DG
- Main towns
- Kilmarnock
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Ayrshire involve?
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
Which rules apply in East Ayrshire?
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in East Ayrshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £570 – £1,700 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | 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 East Ayrshire
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Ayrshire
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.
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 carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across East Ayrshire?
Yes, across the whole of East Ayrshire, including Kilmarnock.
Who licenses HMOs in East Ayrshire?
East Ayrshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in East Ayrshire
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