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 Stratford we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately. Stratford has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- E15
- Location
- 6 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Newham
- Pricing region
- London
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stratford involve?
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
Which rules apply in Stratford?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stratford must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
London Borough of Newham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 31 Jul 2013. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 22 of 24 wards (all except Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park) 1 Jan 2023-31 Dec 2027. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in the same 22 wards from 1 Jun 2023 to 31 May 2028. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Stratford before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Newham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Stratford?
| 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 |
Prices in Stratford are shown with our regional adjustment for London (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.
For student houses in Stratford, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Stratford landlords need it?
Landlords in Stratford most often ask us for this when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stratford
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 Stratford?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Stratford the nearest towns on our list are Bow (1 miles), Canning Town (2 miles), Canary Wharf (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Stratford?
Stratford is covered by London Borough of Newham. 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 Stratford?
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 Stratford
- Bow · 1 mi
- Canning Town · 2 mi
- Canary Wharf · 2 mi
- Leytonstone · 2 mi
- Ilford · 4 mi
- Barking · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Stratford
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stratford
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in Stratford
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