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. Across Isle of Wight, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- PO
- Main towns
- Newport (Isle of Wight), Ryde, Cowes, Sandown
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Isle of Wight involve?
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in Isle of Wight?
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
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 Isle of Wight?
| 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 |
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 Isle of Wight
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Isle of Wight
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 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 Isle of Wight?
Yes, across the whole of Isle of Wight, including Newport (Isle of Wight), Ryde, Cowes.
Who licenses HMOs in Isle of Wight?
HMOs in Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Isle of Wight
- Full HMO refurbishment in Isle of Wight
- Student HMO refurbishment in Isle of Wight
- Fire doors in Isle of Wight
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Isle of Wight
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Isle of Wight
- Extensions for extra rooms in Isle of Wight
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Isle of Wight