Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment · South East

Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment in Mole Valley

We refurbish acquired and leased homes in Mole Valley so they are safe, warm and ready for the households who need them.

Social landlords in Mole Valley can appoint us for acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment, from a single home to a programme. Most social homes in Mole Valley belong to housing associations after the council transferred its stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.

Mole Valley at a glance

Council: Mole Valley District Council
Region: South East
County: Surrey
Council homes: Transferred to housing associations
Housing standard: Decent Homes Standard (England)
Damp and mould timescales: Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
Population: 87,547 (2020 estimate)
Regional price factor: 1.10 (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 Mole Valley?

Most social homes in Mole Valley are owned by housing associations, following the transfer of the council's homes to housing association ownership. Mole Valley District Council remains the strategic housing authority, with duties on homelessness and housing need.

What do we cover in Mole Valley?

Electrical and gas safety, alarms and fire safety items
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?

Because move-in dates are often fixed by a placement, we programme the work backwards and order long-lead items such as kitchens on approval of the scope.

Which rules apply in Mole Valley?

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 Mole Valley?

Our guide range for refurbishing an acquired or temporary accommodation home in Mole Valley is £8,800–£27,500 per home. That is the UK range of £8,000–£25,000 (our estimate) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 1.10 (VOA Rating Cost Guide 2026: 1.05–1.15); 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 Mole Valley

Does Mole Valley District Council still own council homes?

Which housing standard applies in Mole Valley?

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 Mole Valley as a subcontractor?

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