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 Maldon 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
- CM9
- Location
- 38 miles north-east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Maldon involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Final clean and photo report
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Maldon?
Here is what usually applies to a Maldon job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Maldon?
| 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 Maldon 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?
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Maldon landlords need it?
Landlords in Maldon most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Maldon
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Which postcodes in Maldon do you work in?
All of them, including CM9, and the surrounding parts of Essex.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Maldon?
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 Maldon?
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 Maldon
- Witham · 5 mi
- Chelmsford · 9 mi
- Rayleigh · 10 mi
- Wickford · 11 mi
- Braintree · 11 mi
- Billericay · 13 mi
- All of Essex