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. In Wigan, a place of roughly 180,000 people in Greater Manchester, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- WN1, WN2 and WN3
- Location
- 15 miles south of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wigan involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Final clean and photo report
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
Which rules apply in Wigan?
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 Wigan 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 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.
- 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 Wigan?
| 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 Wigan 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 Wigan landlords need it?
Landlords in Wigan most often ask us for this when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wigan
Can you book the summer turnaround in advance?
Yes, and it is worth doing: June to September is the busiest period for student houses. We can agree a programme and price in spring.
How far do you travel from Wigan?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Wigan the nearest towns on our list are Hindley (2 miles), Ashton in Makerfield (4 miles), Westhoughton (5 miles).
Does a shared house in Wigan need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Wigan?
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 Wigan
- Hindley · 2 mi
- Ashton in Makerfield · 4 mi
- Westhoughton · 5 mi
- Golborne · 5 mi
- Skelmersdale · 6 mi
- Leigh · 6 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Wigan
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Wigan
- Full HMO refurbishment in Wigan
- Student HMO refurbishment in Wigan
- Fire doors in Wigan
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wigan
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wigan
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wigan
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