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Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in Haringey

Acquisition programmes in Haringey need fast, accurate surveys and a contractor who can work to fixed dates. That is what we offer.

We take on acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in Haringey for the London Borough of Haringey, housing associations and supported housing providers, managing every trade ourselves and working to the timescales in your order. The London Borough of Haringey still owns about 15,106 council homes here, alongside housing association stock.

Haringey at a glance

Council: London Borough of Haringey
Region: London
Council homes: Council-owned, managed by the council
Approx. council homes: 15,106 (2020)
Housing standard: Decent Homes Standard (England)
Damp and mould timescales: Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
Population: 266,357 (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 Haringey?

The London Borough of Haringey still owns council homes in Haringey and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. The latest published figure we found is about 15,106 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 Haringey?

Condition survey on purchase or lease, with a costed scope
Kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and decoration to your standard
Damp, mould, ventilation and insulation improvements
Furnishing coordination where your scheme includes it
Handover pack with certificates, photos and inventory

Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in a social home

How do we deliver it?

We hand over with everything your housing officer needs on the first day: certificates, photos, meter readings and keys.

Which rules apply in Haringey?

Since 1 December 2025 (new tenancies) and 1 May 2026 (existing tenancies), social landlords in England must have electrical installations inspected at least every five years and complete remedial work within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so. Electrical equipment the landlord supplies must also be checked at least every five years.

Decent Homes Standard (England) · More about acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment

What does acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment cost in Haringey?

Our guide range for refurbishing an acquired or temporary accommodation home in Haringey is £9,750–£30,500 per home. That is the UK range of £8,000–£25,000 (our estimate) 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 acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in Haringey

Does the London Borough of Haringey still own council homes?

Which housing standard applies in Haringey?

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.

Can you take on acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in Haringey as a subcontractor?

Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in Haringey can engage us as a tier-2 subcontractor for acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment, working under their systems and their client's specification.