In short: 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. Across Norfolk, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East of England
- Postcode areas
- NR, PE, IP
- Main towns
- Norwich, Great Yarmouth, King's Lynn, Thetford, Bowthorpe
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Norfolk involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Norfolk?
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
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 Norfolk?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £640 – £1,900 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Void and between-tenancy refurbs by town in Norfolk
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Norfolk
Do you check the fire doors and alarm?
Yes. We check closers, seals and alarm heads as part of every void visit and tell you about anything that needs fixing.
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Do you carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across Norfolk?
Yes, across the whole of Norfolk, including Norwich, Great Yarmouth, King's Lynn.
Who licenses HMOs in Norfolk?
HMOs in Norfolk are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Norfolk
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Norfolk
- Full HMO refurbishment in Norfolk
- Student HMO refurbishment in Norfolk
- Fire doors in Norfolk
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Norfolk
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Norfolk
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Norfolk
- EPC and energy upgrades in Norfolk