In short: 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 Hertfordshire we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East of England
- Postcode areas
- SG, AL, WD, HP
- Main towns
- Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, St Albans, Welwyn Garden City
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hertfordshire involve?
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Final clean and photo report
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
Which rules apply in Hertfordshire?
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- 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.
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 Hertfordshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £640 – £1,900 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Void and between-tenancy refurbs by town in Hertfordshire
- Watford
- Hemel Hempstead
- Stevenage
- St Albans
- Welwyn Garden City
- Cheshunt
- Hatfield
- Borehamwood
- Hitchin
- Hoddesdon
- Letchworth Garden City
- North Watford
- Harpenden
- Bushey
- Hertford
- Rickmansworth
- Potters Bar
- Berkhamsted
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hertfordshire
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.
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Do you carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across Hertfordshire?
Yes, across the whole of Hertfordshire, including Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage.
Who licenses HMOs in Hertfordshire?
HMOs in Hertfordshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Hertfordshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Hertfordshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Hertfordshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in Hertfordshire
- Fire doors in Hertfordshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Hertfordshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Hertfordshire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Hertfordshire
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Hertfordshire