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. Newburn is 5 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. We price void and between-tenancy refurbs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE15 and NE40
- Location
- 5 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newburn involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
Which rules apply in Newburn?
Here is what usually applies to a Newburn 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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 Newburn?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £550 – £1,650 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £230 – £460 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
Prices in Newburn are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below 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 Newburn landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newburn
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 Newburn?
Yes. We work across Newburn and the NE15 and NE40 postcode areas, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear. Nearby places we also cover include Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newburn?
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 Newburn?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Newburn
- Gosforth · 5 mi
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 5 mi
- Gateshead · 6 mi
- Felling · 7 mi
- Wallsend · 8 mi
- Stanley · 8 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear