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. In Saint Andrews, a town of about 18,000 people in Fife, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s written HMO standards. With students as well as working sharers renting in Saint Andrews, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Fife, Scotland
- Postcodes
- KY16
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Dundee
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Saint Andrews involve?
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
Which rules apply in Saint Andrews?
Here is what usually applies to a Saint Andrews job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Saint Andrews?
| 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 |
Prices in Saint Andrews are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below 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.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Saint Andrews.
When do Saint Andrews landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Saint Andrews
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.
How far do you travel from Saint Andrews?
We cover the whole of Fife and work UK-wide. For Saint Andrews the nearest towns on our list are Dundee (11 miles), Glenrothes (17 miles), Arbroath (17 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Saint Andrews?
With the local council for the address. 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 Saint Andrews?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Saint Andrews
- Dundee · 11 mi
- Glenrothes · 17 mi
- Arbroath · 17 mi
- Kirkcaldy · 21 mi
- Forfar · 21 mi
- Perth · 25 mi
- All of Fife
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