Communal area refurbishment · England
Communal area refurbishment in Yorkshire and the Humber
We refurbish communal entrances, stairs and landings in social housing blocks in Yorkshire and the Humber, keeping escape routes safe throughout.
We take on communal area refurbishment for social landlords across Yorkshire and the Humber: housing associations, councils, ALMOs and supported housing providers in all 15 council areas, to the rules that apply in England.
Where in Yorkshire and the Humber do we carry out communal area refurbishment?
We cover every council area in Yorkshire and the Humber. Choose one to see who owns the social homes there and the local guide price.
- Barnsley
- Bradford
- Calderdale
- Doncaster
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Kingston upon Hull
- Kirklees
- Leeds
- North East Lincolnshire
- North Lincolnshire
- North Yorkshire
- Rotherham
- Sheffield
- Wakefield
- York
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
- Fire doors, compartmentation and signage within the area
Which rules apply in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, in residential buildings with storeys over 11 metres high, communal fire doors must be checked every three months and flat entrance doors every year on a best-endeavours basis. The Fire Safety Act 2021 confirmed that flat entrance doors fall under the Fire Safety Order.
What does it cost in Yorkshire and the Humber?
We price communal area refurbishment in Yorkshire and the Humber 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?
We report any fire safety defects we find in the area, such as missing signage, damaged doors or breaches in compartmentation, even where they are outside our scope.
Common questions
Which council areas in Yorkshire and the Humber do you cover for communal area refurbishment?
All 15: Barnsley, Bradford, Calderdale, Doncaster, East Riding of Yorkshire, Kingston upon Hull, Kirklees, Leeds, North East Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, North Yorkshire, Rotherham, Sheffield, Wakefield, York.
Do you install door entry systems?
Yes, as part of a communal refurbishment or as a separate package.
Can costs be recharged to leaseholders?
Your leases decide that. We itemise costs per block to support any statutory consultation.