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 Totton, a town of about 34,000 people in Hampshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SO40
- Location
- 4 miles west of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Totton involve?
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Final clean and photo report
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
Which rules apply in Totton?
Here is what usually applies to a Totton job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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 Totton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £670 – £2,000 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Totton can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Totton landlords need it?
Landlords in Totton 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 Totton
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.
Do you cover all of Totton?
Yes. We work across Totton and the SO40 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Southampton, Hythe, Eastleigh.
Does a shared house in Totton 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 Totton?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Totton
- Southampton · 4 mi
- Hythe · 6 mi
- Eastleigh · 7 mi
- Winchester · 13 mi
- New Milton · 14 mi
- Cowes · 14 mi
- All of Hampshire