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 Shrewsbury, a town of around 75,000 people in Shropshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards. With students as well as working sharers renting in Shrewsbury, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Shropshire, England
- Postcodes
- SY1, SY2 and SY3
- Location
- 31 miles south-west of Stoke-on-Trent
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Shrewsbury involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
Which rules apply in Shrewsbury?
Here is what usually applies to a Shrewsbury job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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 Shrewsbury?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £600 – £1,800 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £250 – £500 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for West Midlands, where costs run in line with the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Shrewsbury 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.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Shrewsbury.
When do Shrewsbury landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Shrewsbury
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 Shrewsbury?
Yes. We work across Shrewsbury and the SY1, SY2 and SY3 postcode areas, plus the rest of Shropshire. Nearby places we also cover include Wellington, Telford, Loughton.
Does a shared house in Shrewsbury need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Shrewsbury?
Our guide ranges for West 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 Shrewsbury
- Wellington · 10 mi
- Telford · 13 mi
- Loughton · 21 mi
- Rhosllannerchrugog · 24 mi
- Wrexham · 25 mi
- Stafford · 27 mi
- All of Shropshire
Other HMO services in Shrewsbury
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Shrewsbury
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- Fire doors in Shrewsbury
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Shrewsbury
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Shrewsbury
- EPC and energy upgrades in Shrewsbury
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Shrewsbury