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 Bartley Green (B31, B32 and B62) 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.
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B31, B32 and B62
- Location
- 5 miles south-west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bartley Green involve?
- Carpet, vinyl or laminate replacement
- Redecoration in hard-wearing finishes
- Fire door, closer and alarm checks
- Final clean and photo report
- Small electrical and plumbing repairs
Which rules apply in Bartley Green?
Here is what usually applies to a Bartley Green job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do void and between-tenancy refurbs cost in Bartley Green?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for West Midlands, where costs run in line with the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Bartley Green follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Bartley Green, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bartley Green landlords need it?
Landlords in Bartley Green most often ask us for this when:
- Rooms empty between tenancies
- Before re-letting a house you have just bought
Questions about void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bartley Green
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.
How far do you travel from Bartley Green?
We cover the whole of West Midlands and work UK-wide. For Bartley Green the nearest towns on our list are Halesowen (2 miles), Smethwick (4 miles), Birmingham (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bartley Green?
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 Bartley Green?
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 Bartley Green
- Halesowen · 2 mi
- Smethwick · 4 mi
- Birmingham · 5 mi
- Dudley · 6 mi
- West Bromwich · 6 mi
- Brierley Hill · 6 mi
- All of West Midlands
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