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 Orkney Islands, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- KW
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Orkney Islands involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Orkney Islands?
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- 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.
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 Orkney Islands?
| 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.
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Orkney Islands
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 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 carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across Orkney Islands?
Yes, across the whole of Orkney Islands.
Who licenses HMOs in Orkney Islands?
Orkney Islands council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Orkney Islands
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Orkney Islands
- Full HMO refurbishment in Orkney Islands
- Student HMO refurbishment in Orkney Islands
- Fire doors in Orkney Islands
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Orkney Islands
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Orkney Islands
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Orkney Islands
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Orkney Islands