Void property works · Scotland

Void property works in South Lanarkshire

Empty homes in South Lanarkshire lose rent every week they stand empty. We help social landlords bring voids back to their lettable standard quickly and properly.

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

South Lanarkshire at a glance

Council: South Lanarkshire 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: 320,820 (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 South Lanarkshire?

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

What do we cover in South Lanarkshire?

Clearance, deep clean and pest treatment where needed
Plastering, making good, decoration and flooring to your spec
Electrical and gas safety checks and remedial works, with the engineers' registration confirmed in writing before appointment
Damp and mould treatment and the causes behind it
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 South Lanarkshire?

Gas work done for payment must be carried out by a member of the Gas Safe Register (Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998). Landlords must have each gas appliance and flue checked at least every 12 months and give the record to the tenant within 28 days.

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What do void property works cost in South Lanarkshire?

Our guide range for a minor void in South Lanarkshire 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 South Lanarkshire

Does South Lanarkshire Council still own council homes?

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

Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in South Lanarkshire 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 South Lanarkshire?

Yes. We take on void property works across Scotland, including North Lanarkshire, West Lothian, East Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire, and in every other UK nation.