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 Greenock we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Inverclyde, Scotland
- Postcodes
- PA15 and PA16
- Location
- 20 miles west of Glasgow
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Greenock involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Final clean and photo report
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
Which rules apply in Greenock?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Greenock must satisfy national law for Scotland, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Greenock?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £570 – £1,700 | 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 | £280 – £570 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Greenock can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Greenock, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Greenock landlords need it?
Landlords in Greenock most often ask us for this when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Greenock
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 cover all of Greenock?
Yes. We work across Greenock and the PA15 and PA16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Inverclyde. Nearby places we also cover include Port Glasgow, Helensburgh, Vale of Leven.
Does a shared house in Greenock need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Greenock?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Greenock
- Port Glasgow · 3 mi
- Helensburgh · 4 mi
- Vale of Leven · 7 mi
- Dumbarton · 7 mi
- Erskine · 12 mi
- Johnstone · 13 mi
- All of Inverclyde
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