We’re delighted to declare that Your Option Services Ltd has been awarded the Void Clearance Works contract for Colchester City Council – marking another major strategic expansion in our public-sector portfolio and a powerful step forward in our mission to restore safe, clean homes across the UK.

This win recognises the precision, care, and reliability our teams deliver daily – and it places Your Option at the forefront of transforming vacant properties into high-quality, secure homes ready for their next chapter.

What This Contract Delivers for Colchester

Our Void Clearance service goes beyond simply “clearing a property.” It is a structured, fully-compliant operational process designed to enhance safety, reduce turnaround times, and increase readiness for re-let. This includes:

1️⃣ Initial Inspection & Risk Identification

We begin with a full internal and external survey — identifying:
– Structural issues
– Health & safety risks
– Hazardous materials
– Pest infestations

Any immediate concerns are reported to the Council for swift instruction and escalation.

2️⃣ Complete Clearance & Cleaning

Our teams will:
– Remove all debris, waste, personal belongings, and garden refuse
– Clear sheds, outbuildings, and greenhouses
– Restore hygiene and order inside and out

Every void will be left clean, compliant, and ready for follow-on works.

3️⃣ Security as Standard

We ensure properties remain protected by:
– Securing all doors, windows and entry points
– Preventing unauthorised access during vacancy

Community safety starts with secure homes – and we take that seriously.

4️⃣ Fully Compliant Waste Management

All waste streams, including hazardous waste, are handled under:
– Environmental Protection Act 1990
– Waste Regulations (England & Wales)
– Duty of Care documentation

We maintain full audit trails, ensuring total transparency and legislative compliance.

Health & Safety at the Core

Every Your Option operative is trained and equipped to work safely and responsibly:

– PPE enforced at all stages
– Hazardous materials assessed and escalated to certified specialists
– Pest control coordinated where required

Our approach protects our people, the public, and the incoming resident.

Certified Completion & Handover

Once fully cleared, we conduct a final inspection to verify:

✔ All clearance requirements achieved
✔ Property secure and safe
✔ Photographic schedule available for full evidence reporting

Nothing is left behind — except a home ready for transformation.

A Strong Future Partnership for Colchester

This contract marks more than a new workstream — it’s a commitment to supporting vibrant, safe communities and aiding the smooth turnaround of much-needed housing stock.

We’re proud to bring our specialist expertise, rapid response capability, and meticulous standards to another forward-thinking local authority — and we can’t wait to deliver outstanding results for Colchester and its residents.

📍 Another region unlocked. Another community protected.