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 Guildford (GU1, GU2 and GU4) 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. Guildford has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- GU1, GU2 and GU4
- Location
- 23 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Guildford involve?
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in Guildford?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Guildford must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- 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 Guildford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £670 – £2,000 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
Prices in Guildford are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Guildford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Guildford.
When do Guildford landlords need it?
Landlords in Guildford 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 Guildford
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 Guildford?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Guildford the nearest towns on our list are Godalming (4 miles), Woking (6 miles), Aldershot (8 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Guildford?
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 Guildford?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Guildford
- Godalming · 4 mi
- Woking · 6 mi
- Aldershot · 8 mi
- Farnborough · 9 mi
- Farnham · 10 mi
- Camberley · 10 mi
- All of Surrey
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