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. Landlords in Sutton (CR44, SM1, SM2 and SM3) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- CR44, SM1, SM2 and SM3
- Location
- 11 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Sutton involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in Sutton?
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 Sutton 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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 Sutton?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Sutton follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Sutton landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Sutton
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Do you cover all of Sutton?
Yes. We work across Sutton and the CR44, SM1, SM2 and SM3 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Carshalton, Banstead, Ewell.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Sutton?
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 Sutton?
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 Sutton
- Carshalton · 2 mi
- Banstead · 2 mi
- Ewell · 2 mi
- Wallington · 2 mi
- Coulsdon · 3 mi
- Epsom · 3 mi
- All of Greater London