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 South Shields, a town of around 85,000 people in Tyne and Wear, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE29, NE30 and NE33
- Location
- 7 miles east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in South Shields involve?
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Final clean and photo report
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
Which rules apply in South Shields?
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 South Shields before we price.
- 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.
- 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 South Shields?
| 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 South Shields 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 South Shields landlords need it?
Landlords in South Shields most often ask us for this when:
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
- Rooms empty between tenancies
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in South Shields
Do you send photos?
Yes. You get a photo report at the end showing each room, so you can let it without visiting.
Do you cover all of South Shields?
Yes. We work across South Shields and the NE29, NE30 and NE33 postcode areas, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear. Nearby places we also cover include Tynemouth, North Shields, Jarrow.
Does a shared house in South Shields 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 South Shields?
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 South Shields
- Tynemouth · 1 mi
- North Shields · 1 mi
- Jarrow · 2 mi
- Whitley Bay · 3 mi
- Hebburn · 4 mi
- Wallsend · 4 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in South Shields
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in South Shields
- Full HMO refurbishment in South Shields
- Student HMO refurbishment in South Shields
- Fire doors in South Shields
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in South Shields
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in South Shields
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in South Shields
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in South Shields