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 East Renfrewshire, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- G
- Main towns
- Newton Mearns, Barrhead, Giffnock
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Renfrewshire involve?
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in East Renfrewshire?
- 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 Renfrewshire?
| 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 Renfrewshire
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Renfrewshire
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 send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Do you carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across East Renfrewshire?
Yes, across the whole of East Renfrewshire, including Newton Mearns, Barrhead, Giffnock.
Who licenses HMOs in East Renfrewshire?
East Renfrewshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
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