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. For a house in Kettering we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN14 and NN16
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Kettering involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Final clean and photo report
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Kettering?
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 Kettering before we price.
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Kettering?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for East Midlands, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Kettering follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Kettering landlords need it?
Landlords in Kettering most often ask us for this when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Kettering
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 cover all of Kettering?
Yes. We work across Kettering and the NN14 and NN16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Wellingborough, Corby, Rushden.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Kettering?
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 Kettering?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Kettering
- Wellingborough · 7 mi
- Corby · 7 mi
- Rushden · 9 mi
- Market Harborough · 10 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Wigston Magna · 20 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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