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 Rochester (ME1, ME2 and ME4) 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
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- ME1, ME2 and ME4
- Location
- 28 miles east of London
- Council
- Medway Council
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rochester involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Final clean and photo report
Which rules apply in Rochester?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Rochester before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
Medway Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction for seven wards (Chatham Central & Brompton, Fort Pitt, Gillingham North/South, Luton, Strood North & Frindsbury, Watling), approved 16 Dec 2025, in force Jan 2026. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | Approved, starts 4 Jan 2027 Six wards (Chatham Central & Brompton, Fort Pitt, Gillingham North and South, Luton, Watling), 4 Jan 2027 to 3 Jan 2032. |
| Selective licensing | Approved, starts 4 Jan 2027 Seven wards (as additional licensing plus Strood North & Frindsbury), 4 Jan 2027 to 3 Jan 2032. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Rochester before you buy or start work. Source: Medway Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Rochester?
| 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 Rochester 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 Rochester landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rochester
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 Rochester do you work in?
All of them, including ME1, ME2 and ME4, and the surrounding parts of Kent.
Which council covers HMOs in Rochester?
Rochester is covered by Medway Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Rochester?
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 Rochester
- Chatham · 1 mi
- Strood · 1 mi
- Gillingham · 2 mi
- Gravesend · 7 mi
- Maidstone · 8 mi
- Stanford-le-Hope · 10 mi
- All of Kent
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