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. Landlords in Johnstone (PA5 and PA10) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Renfrewshire, Scotland
- Postcodes
- PA5 and PA10
- Location
- 10 miles west of Glasgow
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Johnstone involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
Which rules apply in Johnstone?
The rules below are the Scotland-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Johnstone before we price.
- 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.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Johnstone?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Johnstone can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Johnstone landlords need it?
Landlords in Johnstone most often ask us for this when:
- End of the student year in summer
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Johnstone
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
How far do you travel from Johnstone?
We cover the whole of Renfrewshire and work UK-wide. For Johnstone the nearest towns on our list are Paisley (3 miles), Barrhead (5 miles), Erskine (6 miles).
Does a shared house in Johnstone need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Johnstone?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Johnstone
- Paisley · 3 mi
- Barrhead · 5 mi
- Erskine · 6 mi
- Renfrew · 6 mi
- Clydebank · 7 mi
- Newton Mearns · 8 mi
- All of Renfrewshire
Other HMO services in Johnstone
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Johnstone
- Full HMO refurbishment in Johnstone
- Student HMO refurbishment in Johnstone
- Fire doors in Johnstone
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Johnstone
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Johnstone
- EPC and energy upgrades in Johnstone
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Johnstone