How far ahead should decant accommodation be planned in London?

Ideally 4-8 weeks before works begin. This allows us to secure the best options in London aligned with your programme schedule.

Can you support phased programmes in London?

Yes. We coordinate rolling accommodation in London aligned with your works phases, ensuring availability as each phase begins.

What happens if the programme schedule changes?

We build flexibility into all arrangements. Phases can be extended, shortened or rescheduled with reasonable notice.

London · Major Refurbishment Decant

Major Refurbishment Decant Accommodation in London

We support contractors requiring decant accommodation for residents in London and the wider Greater London area during major refurbishment decant.

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Major Refurbishment Decant in London

Major refurbishment programmes including kitchen/bathroom replacement, rewiring and system upgrades may require temporary resident relocation.

As the UK's largest city, London handles a significant volume of residential insurance incidents. From high-rise evacuations in the City to terraced house fires in the suburbs, temporary accommodation demand is consistently high across all London boroughs.

Temporary Accommodation During Major Refurbishment Decant

Contractors undertaking major internal works need properties vacant for efficiency and safety. Managed accommodation keeps programmes on track while ensuring resident welfare.

Key Challenges

Rolling programmes require coordinated accommodation. Each unit may need a different duration. Budget control across many units is essential.

Typical duration: 1 to 8 weeks per unit

The Typical Process

Refurbishment programme planned

Decant schedule created

Accommodation booked per batch

Residents relocated during works

Works completed per unit

Residents return to improved homes

Who We Support in London

Main Contractors

Managing decant accommodation during construction and remediation.

Project Managers

Coordinating accommodation aligned with works programmes.

Housing Partners

Supporting housing association and council decant programmes.

Specialist Subcontractors

Providing accommodation for works requiring vacant properties.

Accommodation Options in London

Hotels — Short-term emergency or brief works decant accommodation.

Serviced Apartments — Self-contained units for medium-term decant periods.

Furnished Properties — Residential homes for extended decant and regeneration.

Block Bookings — Pre-arranged accommodation blocks for large phased programmes.