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 Dartford, a town of around 50,000 people in Kent, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- DA1 and DA2
- Location
- 15 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dartford involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in Dartford?
Here is what usually applies to a Dartford job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Dartford?
| 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 Dartford 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?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Dartford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Dartford landlords need it?
Landlords in Dartford most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dartford
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 Dartford?
Yes. We work across Dartford and the DA1 and DA2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Bexley, Swanley, Welling.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Dartford?
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 Dartford?
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 Dartford
- Bexley · 3 mi
- Swanley · 4 mi
- Welling · 5 mi
- South Ockendon · 5 mi
- Grays · 5 mi
- Thamesmead · 6 mi
- All of Kent
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