Void property works in Test Valley

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

Test Valley at a glance

Council: Test Valley 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: 127,163 (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 Test Valley?

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

What do we cover in Test Valley?

Void inspection against your lettable standard, with photos
Clearance, deep clean and pest treatment where needed
Kitchen and bathroom repairs or replacement
Security, key control and utility meter readings
Handover pack with certificates and photographs

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 Test Valley?

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.

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

What do void property works cost in Test Valley?

Our guide range for a minor void in Test Valley 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 Test Valley

Does Test Valley Borough Council still own council homes?

Do you also work near Test Valley?

Yes. We take on void property works across the South East, including Winchester, Southampton, Eastleigh and Basingstoke and Deane, and in every other UK nation.

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

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