Student let turnover in Honiton
Looking for professional student let turnover help in Honiton? Hembury Contracting provides reliable landlord services across Honiton and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£350-700+
Typical Duration
1-2 days
Location
Honiton
Student house turnover for Honiton university properties. Durable repairs, fast turnaround, ready for September rush. Experience with what student lets actually need.
### Get Student Houses Ready For September
Student tenancy just ended in June? **The house looks like a festival campsite**. Kitchen is crusted with grease, bedrooms smell mysterious, bathroom grouting has... changed colour.
You've got three months to get it ready for the next lot arriving in September.
I've been doing student house turnovers in Honiton for years. I know what actually needs fixing (everything loose or broken) vs what's a waste of money (anything delicate or expensive). Fast, durable, functional.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** June is the time. Don't leave it till August and then panic. Book early and we can schedule the work properly, not rush it last minute.
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### Student Houses Need Different Fixes
What works in family rentals doesn't survive students:
| ✅ Survives Students | ❌ Waste of Money | |---------------------|-------------------| | Scrubbable vinyl matt paint | Any wallpaper | | Robust door closers and handles | Delicate furniture | | Heavy-duty furniture reinforcement | Designer light fittings | | Simple, replaceable curtain poles | Expensive made-to-measure | | Hard-wearing lino/vinyl flooring | Light-coloured carpet | | Strong bed frame repairs | Flat-pack quality furniture |
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### Typical Student House Turnover
**🔧 Priority Fixes**
| Issue | Standard Approach | |-------|-------------------| | **Doors** | Tighten hinges, fit proper closers (stop slamming), fix/replace broken locks | | **Walls** | Fill holes, scrub marks, repaint high-traffic areas with scrubbable paint | | **Kitchen** | Deep degrease, repair/replace broken cupboard doors, fix loose handles | | **Bathroom** | Descale everything, regrout if needed, fix shower, repair toilet seats | | **Bedrooms** | Reinforce bed frames, repair furniture, check windows lock properly | | **Safety** | Test all smoke alarms, check CO detectors, verify all locks work |
**📦 End Result** - Property survives another academic year - Meets safety and legal requirements - Looks presentable for September viewings - Doesn't cost a fortune on stuff students will break
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### Pricing Guide
Student houses vary massively - here's typical ranges:
| Property Size | Typical Work | Time | You'll Pay | |---------------|-------------|------|------------| | **3-bed house** | Standard repairs, paint touch-ups, safety checks | 1 day | **£350-500** | | **4-5 bed house** | As above + more extensive damage | 1.5 days | **£500-700** | | **6+ bed HMO** | Comprehensive turnover, multiple bathrooms, safety regs | 2+ days | **£700-1000+** |
*Includes my time. Major materials (paint, furniture replacement) quoted separately. Professional cleaning extra.*
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### Perfect For
✅ **Honiton student areas** - Pennsylvania, St James, Newtown properties
✅ **September rush** - multiple houses to prep, tight deadline
✅ **Letting agents** - portfolio management with reliable turnover
✅ **Portfolio landlords** - own several student houses, need efficient service
Why Choose Us for Student let turnover in Honiton?
Robust repairs that survive student living
Fast turnaround for September deadline
Multiple properties scheduled efficiently
Knows what actually needs doing in student houses
What to Expect
### Step 1: Post-Tenancy Assessment I visit within days of students leaving. Walk through, photograph damage, note what's essential vs what can wait. Quote based on what actually needs doing. ### Step 2: Repair Phase Work systematically through the house. Structure and safety first (locks, bed frames, smoke alarms). Decoration second (painting, filling). Coordinate cleaning for after repairs done. ### Step 3: Pre-September Check Final walkthrough before new students arrive. Everything works, nothing's about to break, safety requirements met. Keys ready, property ready.
Our Honiton Service Coverage
We cover Honiton and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Honiton or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎯 **Multiple properties?** I work with several Exeter landlords with student portfolios. Can schedule multiple houses efficiently over June-August. Bulk booking often gets better rates and guaranteed slot booking. **HMO licensing?** If it's a licensable HMO (check Exeter Council rules), there are specific requirements for fire safety, room sizes, and facilities. I know what needs to be compliant - flag any issues during assessment. **Location matters?** Pennsylvania/St James area properties take different wear than St David's/Newtown. I'm familiar with most Exeter student areas and what typically needs doing. **Mid-year call-outs?** Student broke something mid-tenancy? I can do emergency repairs or coordinate with your letting agent. Faster to fix things early than deal with worse damage at year-end. **Furniture quality?** If you're buying new student furniture, go basic and robust. Argos/IKEA cheapest stuff won't survive. Mid-range solid furniture does. I can advise what actually lasts. **September pressure?** If you've left it late and need a house ready FAST, I'll prioritize essential safety and function. It might not be perfect, but it'll be lettable and safe. Cosmetics can wait, broken locks can't.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student let turnover in Honiton
How is student turnover different from regular rental?
Student houses take more wear - bigger groups, more cooking, less careful. I focus on durable fixes over pretty finishes. Heavy-duty door closers not designer handles, scrubbable paint not wallpaper, robust furniture fixes not delicate repairs. Things that'll survive the next academic year.
Can you get multiple student houses ready for September?
Yes - that's what I do every summer for Honiton landlords. June to August is peak time. I'll schedule your properties efficiently, prioritize what absolutely must be done, and get them ready for the student rush. Book early though - September deadline waits for nobody.
What repairs are worth doing vs what's wasted money?
Reinforce wobbly furniture, fix broken locks and handles, repair damaged walls properly, replace worn-out essentials. Don't bother with expensive finishes students won't appreciate. Durable and functional beats pretty and delicate every time.
Do you work with letting agents?
Yes, I work with several Honiton letting agents managing student portfolios. Used to the pace and priorities. Can invoice through your system if needed. Understand that 'good enough for students' is different from 'show home perfect'.
What about cleaning?
I coordinate with cleaners regularly - repairs first, deep clean after. Student houses often need proper degreasing in kitchens and bathroom descaling, not just surface cleaning. Can recommend cleaners who know what they're doing in student properties.
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