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. Becontree is 11 miles east of London. We price void and between-tenancy refurbs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- RM6, RM8 and RM9
- Location
- 11 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
- Pricing region
- London
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Becontree involve?
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Becontree?
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 Becontree 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 assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- 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.
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 14 May 2012. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing launched 9 Jan 2025 for five years (to 8 Jan 2030). |
| Selective licensing | In force across the council area Selective licensing across the borough in three designated areas from 6 Apr 2025 for five years (to 5 Apr 2030). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Becontree before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Barking and Dagenham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Becontree?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £770 – £2,300 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £320 – £640 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Becontree can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Becontree landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Becontree:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Becontree
How quickly can you turn a room around?
A single room redecoration with flooring is often two to four working days. A whole house at the end of a tenancy is usually one to two weeks, depending on what the walk-round finds.
How far do you travel from Becontree?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Becontree the nearest towns on our list are Dagenham (2 miles), Barking (2 miles), Ilford (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Becontree?
Becontree is covered by London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. 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 Becontree?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Becontree
- Dagenham · 2 mi
- Barking · 2 mi
- Ilford · 2 mi
- Romford · 3 mi
- Thamesmead · 3 mi
- Hornchurch · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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