In short: 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 West Dunbartonshire we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- G
- Main towns
- Clydebank, Vale of Leven, Dumbarton
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in West Dunbartonshire involve?
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Repairs to doors, closers, locks and fittings
Which rules apply in West Dunbartonshire?
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in West Dunbartonshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £570 – £1,700 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Void and between-tenancy refurbs by town in West Dunbartonshire
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in West Dunbartonshire
How quickly can you turn a room around?
A single room redecoration with flooring is often two to four working days. A whole house at the end of a tenancy is usually one to two weeks, depending on what the walk-round finds.
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 carry out void and between-tenancy refurbs across West Dunbartonshire?
Yes, across the whole of West Dunbartonshire, including Clydebank, Vale of Leven, Dumbarton.
Who licenses HMOs in West Dunbartonshire?
West Dunbartonshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
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