Buckingham has a university. The University of Buckingham is a private one, and it brings a steady need for student housing.
That means shared houses, small blocks and flats let by the room.
Where the time is
A student house is empty at certain times of year. If your tenants leave in summer, that is the time to book the doors.
Tell us the dates. We would rather fix everything in one go with the house empty than work round people.
What goes wrong in a student let
Doors get wedged open for fresh air, or for friends. Seals get pulled out. Closers are turned off, or the arm is bent. Locks get changed, and the door is trimmed to fit.
It all shows on a report. And it can all be put right in a day on a house of a few rooms.
Landlord duties
Landlords of shared houses have their own rules, and the council may license them. Ask Buckinghamshire Council what applies to your house. We do the door work the report asks for.
A fire risk assessment is a separate service. If an assessor has marked your doors, send us the report.
Stevenage
We fitted smoke seals in a block of flats in Stevenage. It was a small, quick job that closed several failed items on one report.
Many student houses need the same. A few seals and some closer adjustment can take a long list down to a short one.
Practical
Buckingham is covered by Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service. We drive from Luton and book full days on site.
Questions we get asked
Can you work while tenants are living in the house?
Yes, but empty is quicker and cheaper.
Should I repair or replace room doors in a shared house?
Repair first, unless the door is panelled or damaged right through.
Send the list with the postcode. We will come back with a price for each door.
Get a price