Frequently Asked Questions

The timeline depends on the type of notice served and whether the tenant leaves voluntarily.
In most cases, a valid notice must give at least two months (Section 21) or two weeks (Section 8).
If the tenant doesn’t vacate, possession proceedings are issued at court, which can take several weeks (8-16 weeks) depending on court availability.
Evictly ensures every step is handled promptly and compliantly to minimise delays.

A Section 21 notice is a “no-fault” notice used to end an assured shorthold tenancy after the fixed term.
A Section 8 notice is used when the tenant has breached the tenancy agreement — most commonly for rent arrears or anti-social behaviour.
Both require strict compliance with the Housing Act 1988, and errors can invalidate the process.

If the tenant remains in the property after the court grants possession, you can apply for a warrant of possession (bailiff enforcement).
The court will then set a date for the bailiff to lawfully remove the tenant.
Evictly can guide you through this stage and help coordinate enforcement.

The first step is to serve your tenant with the correct notice of possession. 

This notice must comply fully with the Housing Act 1988 and give the tenant a specific time to leave.
Evictly ensures your notice is prepared and served correctly, helping you avoid delays or invalid notices later in the process.

Costs vary depending on how your tenancy is structured and whether all required documents are in place before serving notice. At Evictly, we offer fixed-fee packages and provide a clear breakdown for each stage of the process, so you can plan ahead with confidence and avoid unexpected costs.