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. Heswall is 8 miles south-west of Liverpool. 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
- Merseyside, England
- Postcodes
- CH31 and CH60
- Location
- 8 miles south-west of Liverpool
- Pricing region
- North West
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Heswall involve?
- Final clean and photo report
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Heswall?
Here is what usually applies to a Heswall job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- 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 Heswall?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £580 – £1,750 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Heswall 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 Heswall landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Heswall:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Heswall
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 Heswall?
Yes. We work across Heswall and the CH31 and CH60 postcode areas, plus the rest of Merseyside. Nearby places we also cover include Bebington, Birkenhead, Flint.
Does a shared house in Heswall 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 Heswall?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Heswall
- Bebington · 4 mi
- Birkenhead · 6 mi
- Flint · 6 mi
- Wallasey · 7 mi
- Liverpool · 8 mi
- Garston · 8 mi
- All of Merseyside
Other HMO services in Heswall
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Heswall
- Full HMO refurbishment in Heswall
- Student HMO refurbishment in Heswall
- Fire doors in Heswall
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Heswall
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Heswall
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Heswall
- Communal kitchen refits in Heswall