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 Uxbridge we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately. With students as well as working sharers renting in Uxbridge, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- UB8 and UB9
- Location
- 16 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Uxbridge involve?
- Final clean and photo report
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
Which rules apply in Uxbridge?
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 Uxbridge before we price.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Uxbridge?
| 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 Uxbridge 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.
For student houses in Uxbridge, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Uxbridge 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 Uxbridge
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 Uxbridge?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Uxbridge the nearest towns on our list are Ruislip (3 miles), Hayes (3 miles), Gerrards Cross (4 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Uxbridge?
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 Uxbridge?
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 Uxbridge
- Ruislip · 3 mi
- Hayes · 3 mi
- Gerrards Cross · 4 mi
- Northolt · 5 mi
- Chalfont Saint Peter · 5 mi
- Southall · 6 mi
- All of Greater London