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. Ashford (Kent) is 49 miles north-east of Brighton. We price void and between-tenancy refurbs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- TN24
- Location
- 49 miles north-east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ashford (Kent) involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Final clean and photo report
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
Which rules apply in Ashford (Kent)?
Here is what usually applies to a Ashford (Kent) job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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 Ashford (Kent)?
| 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 |
Prices in Ashford (Kent) are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Ashford (Kent) landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Ashford (Kent):
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ashford (Kent)
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
How far do you travel from Ashford (Kent)?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Ashford (Kent) the nearest towns on our list are Faversham (12 miles), Canterbury (13 miles), Folkestone (13 miles).
Does a shared house in Ashford (Kent) 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 Ashford (Kent)?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Ashford (Kent)
- Faversham · 12 mi
- Canterbury · 13 mi
- Folkestone · 13 mi
- Sittingbourne · 15 mi
- Whitstable · 16 mi
- Maidstone · 18 mi
- All of Kent
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