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 Frome, a town of about 26,000 people in Somerset, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- BA11
- Location
- 20 miles south-east of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Frome involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Final clean and photo report
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
Which rules apply in Frome?
Here is what usually applies to a Frome 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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 Frome?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £620 – £1,850 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Frome 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 Frome 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 Frome
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.
How far do you travel from Frome?
We cover the whole of Somerset and work UK-wide. For Frome the nearest towns on our list are Trowbridge (8 miles), Bath (10 miles), Mendip (13 miles).
Does a shared house in Frome 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 Frome?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Frome
- Trowbridge · 8 mi
- Bath · 10 mi
- Mendip · 13 mi
- Kingswood · 17 mi
- Chippenham · 18 mi
- Mangotsfield · 20 mi
- All of Somerset