Cyclical and external decoration · London
Cyclical and external decoration in Greenwich
From a single block to an estate-wide cycle, we deliver decoration programmes in Greenwich with itemised costs per block.
Social landlords in Greenwich can appoint us for cyclical decoration, from a single home to a programme. The Royal Borough of Greenwich still owns about 20,714 council homes here, alongside housing association stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.
Greenwich at a glance
- Council
- Royal Borough of Greenwich
- Region
- London
- Council homes
- Council-owned, managed by the council
- Approx. council homes
- 20,714 (2020)
- Housing standard
- Decent Homes Standard (England)
- Damp and mould timescales
- Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
- Population
- 289,034 (2020 estimate)
- Regional price factor
- 1.22 (VOA 2026)
Council housing status from Housing Revenue Account records (MHCLG and the 2012 HRA list, updated for later transfers) and council publications, checked October 2026. Population: ONS 2020 mid-year estimate.
Who owns the social homes in Greenwich?
The Royal Borough of Greenwich still owns council homes in Greenwich and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. The latest published figure we found is about 20,714 council homes (2020). Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.
What do we cover in Greenwich?
- External decoration of windows, doors, fascias, soffits and render
- Communal internal decoration of halls, stairs and landings
- Metal railings, balustrades and gates
- Gutter clearance during access
- Resident notices and protection
How do we deliver it?
While we have access, we check gutters, fascias and roofs and report anything that needs attention.
Which rules apply in Greenwich?
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.
Decent Homes Standard (England) · More about cyclical decoration
What does cyclical decoration cost in Greenwich?
Our guide range for external redecoration of a house in Greenwich is £1,000–£4,400 per house. That is the UK range of £800–£3,600 (published figure) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 1.22 (VOA Rating Cost Guide 2026: inner London 1.17–1.32, outer London 1.08–1.26); figures are before VAT where the source states it. Every job is priced after survey; specification, access and the condition of the homes will move the figure.
Questions about cyclical decoration in Greenwich
Does the Royal Borough of Greenwich still own council homes?
The Royal Borough of Greenwich still owns council homes in Greenwich and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. The latest published figure we found is about 20,714 council homes (2020). Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.
Can you take on cyclical decoration in Greenwich as a subcontractor?
Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in Greenwich can engage us as a tier-2 subcontractor for cyclical decoration, working under their systems and their client's specification.
Do you also work near Greenwich?
Yes. We take on cyclical decoration across London, including Newham, Lewisham, Bexley and Tower Hamlets, and in every other UK nation.
Other works we carry out in Greenwich
- Aids and adaptations
- Window and door replacement
- Fire stopping and compartmentation
- Smoke, heat and CO alarm installation
- Roofing and rainwater goods
- Whole-house retrofit
- Supported and sheltered housing refurbishment
- External wall insulation
- Damp and mould remediation
- Fire door installation and remediation
- Bathroom replacement programmes
- Electrical remedial works and rewires