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 Hereford 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 Hereford, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Herefordshire, England
- Postcodes
- HR1 and HR2
- Location
- 42 miles north of Bristol
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hereford involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Hereford?
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 Hereford 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.
- 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 Hereford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £600 – £1,800 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £250 – £500 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
Prices in Hereford are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with 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.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Hereford.
When do Hereford landlords need it?
Landlords in Hereford most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hereford
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 Hereford?
Yes. We work across Hereford and the HR1 and HR2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Herefordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Great Malvern, Abergavenny, Worcester.
Does a shared house in Hereford 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 Hereford?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Hereford
- Great Malvern · 17 mi
- Abergavenny · 21 mi
- Worcester · 23 mi
- Tewkesbury · 24 mi
- Gloucester · 24 mi
- Brynmawr · 27 mi
- All of Herefordshire
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