Void property works in Havant

Social landlords in Havant can appoint us for void property works, from a single home to a programme. Most social homes in Havant belong to housing associations after the council transferred its stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.

Havant at a glance

Council: Havant Borough Council
Region: South East
County: Hampshire
Council homes: Transferred to housing associations
Housing standard: Decent Homes Standard (England)
Damp and mould timescales: Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
Population: 126,339 (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 Havant?

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

What do we cover in Havant?

Clearance, deep clean and pest treatment where needed
Kitchen and bathroom repairs or replacement
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?

We sequence the trades so the slow items (certificates, any asbestos work, kitchens) start first, and decoration and cleaning finish last. That is usually where days are won or lost.

Which rules apply in Havant?

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.

Decent Homes Standard (England) · More about void property works

What do void property works cost in Havant?

Our guide range for a minor void in Havant is £1,650–£3,850 per void. That is the UK range of £1,500–£3,500 (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 void property works in Havant

Does Havant Borough Council still own council homes?

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

Yes. Main contractors working for social landlords in Havant 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 Havant?

Yes. We take on void property works across the South East, including Portsmouth, Gosport, Fareham and Chichester, and in every other UK nation.