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. In Wellingborough, a town of around 55,000 people in Northamptonshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN8, NN9 and NN29
- Location
- 27 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wellingborough involve?
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Final clean and photo report
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
Which rules apply in Wellingborough?
Here is what usually applies to a Wellingborough job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Wellingborough?
| 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 Wellingborough can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Wellingborough, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Wellingborough landlords need it?
Landlords in Wellingborough most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wellingborough
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 cover all of Wellingborough?
Yes. We work across Wellingborough and the NN8, NN9 and NN29 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Rushden, Kettering, Northampton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Wellingborough?
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 Wellingborough?
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 Wellingborough
- Rushden · 4 mi
- Kettering · 7 mi
- Northampton · 9 mi
- Corby · 13 mi
- Bedford · 15 mi
- Market Harborough · 15 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
Other HMO services in Wellingborough
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Wellingborough
- Full HMO refurbishment in Wellingborough
- Student HMO refurbishment in Wellingborough
- Fire doors in Wellingborough
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wellingborough
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wellingborough
- EPC and energy upgrades in Wellingborough
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Wellingborough