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. We carry this out across North Ayrshire, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- KA, PA
- Main towns
- Irvine, Kilwinning, Saltcoats
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in North Ayrshire involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
Which rules apply in North Ayrshire?
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in North Ayrshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £570 – £1,700 | 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 | £280 – £570 | 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 North Ayrshire
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in North Ayrshire
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 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 North Ayrshire?
Yes, across the whole of North Ayrshire, including Irvine, Kilwinning, Saltcoats.
Who licenses HMOs in North Ayrshire?
North Ayrshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in North Ayrshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in North Ayrshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in North Ayrshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in North Ayrshire
- Fire doors in North Ayrshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in North Ayrshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in North Ayrshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in North Ayrshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in North Ayrshire