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. Glasgow is in Scotland. We price void and between-tenancy refurbs there against Scotland’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for. Glasgow has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Glasgow City, Scotland
- Postcodes
- G1, G2, G3 and G22
- Council
- Glasgow City Council
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Glasgow involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
Which rules apply in Glasgow?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Glasgow must satisfy national law for Scotland, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Glasgow?
| 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 Glasgow 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?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Glasgow, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Glasgow, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Glasgow landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Glasgow:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Glasgow
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 Glasgow?
We cover the whole of Glasgow City and work UK-wide. For Glasgow the nearest towns on our list are Rutherglen (3 miles), Bishopbriggs (3 miles), Giffnock (4 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Glasgow?
Glasgow is covered by Glasgow City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Glasgow?
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 Glasgow
- Rutherglen · 3 mi
- Bishopbriggs · 3 mi
- Giffnock · 4 mi
- Bearsden · 5 mi
- Renfrew · 5 mi
- Cambuslang · 5 mi
- All of Glasgow City