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. Sittingbourne is 39 miles east of London. 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
- ME10
- Location
- 39 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Sittingbourne involve?
- Final clean and photo report
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Sittingbourne?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Sittingbourne must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- 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 Sittingbourne?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Sittingbourne can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Sittingbourne landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Sittingbourne
How quickly can you turn a room around?
A single room redecoration with flooring is often two to four working days. A whole house at the end of a tenancy is usually one to two weeks, depending on what the walk-round finds.
Do you cover all of Sittingbourne?
Yes. We work across Sittingbourne and the ME10 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Faversham, Gillingham, Chatham.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne
- Faversham · 7 mi
- Gillingham · 9 mi
- Chatham · 9 mi
- Rochester · 10 mi
- Maidstone · 11 mi
- Strood · 12 mi
- All of Kent
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- Fire doors in Sittingbourne
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Sittingbourne
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in Sittingbourne