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 Newmarket (CB8) 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
- Suffolk, England
- Postcodes
- CB8
- Location
- 13 miles east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newmarket involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
Which rules apply in Newmarket?
Here is what usually applies to a Newmarket 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 Newmarket?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £640 – £1,900 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £530 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
Prices in Newmarket are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Newmarket landlords need it?
Landlords in Newmarket 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 Newmarket
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.
How far do you travel from Newmarket?
We cover the whole of Suffolk and work UK-wide. For Newmarket the nearest towns on our list are Haverhill (11 miles), Ely (12 miles), Cambridge (13 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newmarket?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Newmarket?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Newmarket
- Haverhill · 11 mi
- Ely · 12 mi
- Cambridge · 13 mi
- Bury St Edmunds · 13 mi
- Thetford · 19 mi
- Sudbury · 20 mi
- All of Suffolk
Other HMO services in Newmarket
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newmarket
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newmarket
- Student HMO refurbishment in Newmarket
- Fire doors in Newmarket
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Newmarket
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newmarket
- House to HMO conversion in Newmarket
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newmarket