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. Croydon is 9 miles south 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
- CR0, CR7 and SE25
- Location
- 9 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Croydon involve?
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Croydon?
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 Croydon 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 Croydon?
| 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 Croydon can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Croydon, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Croydon landlords need it?
Landlords in Croydon 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 Croydon
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 Croydon do you work in?
All of them, including CR0, CR7 and SE25, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Croydon?
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 Croydon?
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 Croydon
- South Croydon · 1 mi
- Wallington · 3 mi
- Carshalton · 3 mi
- Mitcham · 3 mi
- Purley · 3 mi
- Streatham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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- Fire doors in Croydon
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- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Croydon
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Croydon
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