Void property works in Moray

Social landlords in Moray can appoint us for void property works, from a single home to a programme. The Moray Council still owns council homes here, alongside housing association stock. We work to the Scottish Housing Quality Standard and to your own specification.

Moray at a glance

Council: The Moray Council
Nation: Scotland
Council homes: Council-owned, managed by the council
Housing standard: SHQS (Scotland)
Damp and mould timescales: Scottish 2026 regulations (since 6 Oct 2026)
Population: 95,710 (2020 estimate)
Regional price factor: 0.97 (our estimate)

Council housing status from published stock transfer histories (6 transfer and 26 stock-holding councils), not yet checked against Scottish Government tables. Population: ONS 2020 mid-year estimate.

Who owns the social homes in Moray?

The Moray Council is one of the 26 Scottish councils that still own their homes. Housing associations (registered social landlords) also own social homes in Moray, and we can work for both.

What do we cover in Moray?

Clearance, deep clean and pest treatment where needed
Plastering, making good, decoration and flooring to your spec
Kitchen and bathroom repairs or replacement
Electrical and gas safety checks and remedial works, with the engineers' registration confirmed in writing before appointment
Security, key control and utility meter readings

How do we deliver it?

Every void has a written scope agreed before work starts. If we find something extra once the home is opened up, such as a rotten floor or a hidden leak, we photograph it and send you a priced variation for approval before doing it.

Which rules apply in Moray?

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the presence of asbestos must be assessed (or presumed) before work that could disturb it, and a refurbishment and demolition survey is needed before intrusive work in buildings built or refurbished before 2000. Licensed asbestos work is carried out only by licensed contractors.

SHQS (Scotland) · More about void property works

What do void property works cost in Moray?

Our guide range for a minor void in Moray is £1,450–£3,400 per void. That is the UK range of £1,500–£3,500 (our estimate) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 0.97 (our own estimate); 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 void property works in Moray

Does The Moray Council still own council homes?

The Moray Council is one of the 26 Scottish councils that still own their homes. Housing associations (registered social landlords) also own social homes in Moray, and we can work for both.

Can you take on void property works in Moray as a subcontractor?

Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in Moray can engage us as a tier-2 subcontractor for void property works, working under their systems and their client's specification.

Do you also work near Moray?

Yes. We take on void property works across Scotland, including Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen, Angus and Highland, and in every other UK nation.