Cyclical and external decoration in Torfaen

Who owns the social homes in Torfaen?

Most social homes in Torfaen are owned by housing associations, following the transfer of the council's homes to housing association ownership. Eleven of Wales's 22 councils took this route. Torfaen County Borough Council remains the strategic housing authority, with duties on homelessness and housing need.

What do we cover in Torfaen?

• Pre-paint survey and repairs to timber, render and metalwork
• External decoration of windows, doors, fascias, soffits and render
• 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 Torfaen?

Social landlords are commercial clients under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, so the full client duties apply. Where there is more than one contractor, the client appoints a principal designer and a principal contractor.

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What does cyclical decoration cost in Torfaen?

Our guide range for external redecoration of a house in Torfaen is £750–£3,350 per house. That is the UK range of £800–£3,600 (published figure) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 0.93 (VOA Rating Cost Guide 2026: 0.88–0.98); 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.

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