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. For a house in Brentwood we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM14
- Location
- 20 miles north-east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brentwood involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Final clean and photo report
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
Which rules apply in Brentwood?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Brentwood before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Brentwood?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £640 – £1,900 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Prices in Brentwood are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Brentwood landlords need it?
Landlords in Brentwood most often ask us for this when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brentwood
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.
Which postcodes in Brentwood do you work in?
All of them, including CM14, and the surrounding parts of Essex.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Brentwood?
With the local council for the address. 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 Brentwood?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Brentwood
- Billericay · 5 mi
- Hornchurch · 6 mi
- Romford · 6 mi
- Basildon · 7 mi
- Dagenham · 8 mi
- South Ockendon · 8 mi
- All of Essex
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