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 Stevenage (SG1 and SG4) 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
- Hertfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- SG1 and SG4
- Location
- 25 miles south-west of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stevenage involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
Which rules apply in Stevenage?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stevenage 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:
- 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 Stevenage?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Stevenage can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Stevenage landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Stevenage:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stevenage
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.
Which postcodes in Stevenage do you work in?
All of them, including SG1 and SG4, and the surrounding parts of Hertfordshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stevenage?
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 Stevenage?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Stevenage
- Hitchin · 5 mi
- Letchworth Garden City · 5 mi
- Welwyn Garden City · 7 mi
- Harpenden · 9 mi
- Hertford · 9 mi
- Luton · 9 mi
- All of Hertfordshire
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