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 Tamworth, a town of around 80,000 people in Staffordshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- B77 and B79
- Location
- 14 miles north-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Tamworth involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
Which rules apply in Tamworth?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Tamworth before we price.
- 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 Tamworth?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Tamworth can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Tamworth landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Tamworth:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Tamworth
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 cover all of Tamworth?
Yes. We work across Tamworth and the B77 and B79 postcode areas, plus the rest of Staffordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Aldridge.
Does a shared house in Tamworth 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 Tamworth?
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 Tamworth
- Lichfield · 6 mi
- Sutton Coldfield · 7 mi
- Aldridge · 9 mi
- Burntwood · 10 mi
- Washwood Heath · 11 mi
- Swadlincote · 11 mi
- All of Staffordshire