Communal area refurbishment · England
Communal area refurbishment in the North East
Communal areas in the North East are the first thing residents and visitors see, and an escape route in a fire. We refurbish them with both in mind.
We take on communal area refurbishment for social landlords across the North East: housing associations, councils, ALMOs and supported housing providers in all 12 council areas, to the rules that apply in England.
Where in the North East do we carry out communal area refurbishment?
We cover every council area in the North East. Choose one to see who owns the social homes there and the local guide price.
- County Durham
- Darlington
- Gateshead
- Hartlepool
- Middlesbrough
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- North Tyneside
- Northumberland
- Redcar and Cleveland
- South Tyneside
- Stockton-on-Tees
- Sunderland
What is included?
- Non-slip flooring and stair nosings
- Decoration with appropriate surface spread of flame classifications
- Door entry systems and secure entrance doors
- Post boxes, notice boards and wayfinding signage
- Bin and cycle store improvements
Which rules apply in the North East?
Where costs are recharged to leaseholders, landlords in England and Wales may need to consult under section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 before qualifying works start. We provide itemised costs per block to support that.
What does it cost in the North East?
We price communal area refurbishment in the North East after a survey rather than from a guide range, because the scope of floors, lighting, door entry and fire safety items varies from block to block. Send us the details and we will arrange a visit.
How do we deliver it?
Costs are itemised per block to support leaseholder consultation where works are recharged.
Common questions
Which council areas in the North East do you cover for communal area refurbishment?
All 12: County Durham, Darlington, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Redcar and Cleveland, South Tyneside, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland.
Can costs be recharged to leaseholders?
Your leases decide that. We itemise costs per block to support any statutory consultation.
How do you keep escape routes safe during works?
We plan and phase works to keep escape routes clear, and our method statements prohibit wedging fire doors open or storing materials in communal areas.