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 Aston, a town of about 32,000 people in West Midlands, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B6, B7 and B8
- Location
- 1 miles north-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Aston involve?
- Pre-void walk-round and fixed-price list
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Final clean and photo report
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
Which rules apply in Aston?
Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Aston 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- 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 Aston?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Between-tenancy turnaround per room: repairs, redecoration, flooring (our estimate) | £600 – £1,800 | £600 – £1,800 | room |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £250 – £500 | room |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Aston can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Aston, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Aston landlords need it?
Landlords in Aston most often ask us for this when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- End of the student year in summer
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Aston
Do you check the fire doors and alarm?
Yes. We check closers, seals and alarm heads as part of every void visit and tell you about anything that needs fixing.
Which postcodes in Aston do you work in?
All of them, including B6, B7 and B8, and the surrounding parts of West Midlands.
Does a shared house in Aston 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 Aston?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Aston
- Birmingham · 1 mi
- Washwood Heath · 2 mi
- Smethwick · 4 mi
- Acocks Green · 4 mi
- West Bromwich · 5 mi
- Sutton Coldfield · 5 mi
- All of West Midlands
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