Supported and sheltered housing refurbishment · East Midlands
Supported and sheltered housing refurbishment in Melton
If a scheme in Melton needs refurbishment, we can phase the works so residents keep the facilities they rely on.
Social landlords in Melton can appoint us for supported and sheltered housing refurbishment, from a single home to a programme. Melton Borough Council still owns council homes here, alongside housing association stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.
Melton at a glance
- Council
- Melton Borough Council
- Region
- East Midlands
- County
- Leicestershire
- Council homes
- Council-owned, managed by the council
- Housing standard
- Decent Homes Standard (England)
- Damp and mould timescales
- Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
- Population
- 51,394 (2020 estimate)
- Regional price factor
- 1.02 (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 Melton?
Melton Borough Council still owns council homes in Melton and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.
What do we cover in Melton?
- Corridors, handrails, flooring and lighting for accessibility
- Accessible bathrooms and level-access showers
- Coordination with warden-call and alarm system providers
- Fire safety items in communal areas
- Dementia-friendly finishes where specified
How do we deliver it?
Operatives are briefed on the setting, including how to behave around residents with dementia or other support needs.
Which rules apply in Melton?
Social homes in England must meet the Decent Homes Standard, enforced through the Regulator of Social Housing's Safety and Quality Standard. A reformed standard, confirmed in January 2026, must be met by 2035 at the latest.
Decent Homes Standard (England) · More about supported and sheltered housing refurbishment
What does supported and sheltered housing refurbishment cost in Melton?
Our guide range for a major void in Melton is £6,100–£15,300 per void. That is the UK range of £6,000–£15,000 (our estimate) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 1.02 (VOA Rating Cost Guide 2026: 1.01–1.07); 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 supported and sheltered housing refurbishment in Melton
Does Melton Borough Council still own council homes?
Melton Borough Council still owns council homes in Melton and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.
Do you also work near Melton?
Yes. We take on supported and sheltered housing refurbishment across the East Midlands, including Rushcliffe, Rutland, Charnwood and South Kesteven, and in every other UK nation.
Which housing standard applies in Melton?
Social homes in England must meet the Decent Homes Standard, enforced through the Regulator of Social Housing's Safety and Quality Standard. A reformed standard, confirmed in January 2026, must be met by 2035 at the latest.
Other works we carry out in Melton
- Housing disrepair works
- Window and door replacement
- Brickwork, pointing and render repairs
- Roofing and rainwater goods
- Whole-house retrofit
- Bathroom replacement programmes
- Loft and cavity wall insulation
- External wall insulation
- Aids and adaptations
- Damp and mould remediation
- Cyclical and external decoration
- Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment