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 Chadderton (OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9) 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 Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9
- Location
- 6 miles north-east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chadderton involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Chadderton?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chadderton 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 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.
- 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 Chadderton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £580 – £1,750 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
Prices in Chadderton are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below 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.
When do Chadderton landlords need it?
We usually get the call 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 Chadderton
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.
Do you cover all of Chadderton?
Yes. We work across Chadderton and the OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Oldham, Royton, Middleton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Chadderton?
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 Chadderton?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Chadderton
- Oldham · 1 mi
- Royton · 2 mi
- Middleton · 2 mi
- Failsworth · 3 mi
- Ashton-under-Lyne · 4 mi
- Droylsden · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Chadderton
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chadderton
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chadderton
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chadderton
- Fire doors in Chadderton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chadderton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chadderton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chadderton
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chadderton