In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. We carry this out across Belfast, priced against the HMO rules for Northern Ireland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
- Postcode areas
- BT
- Main towns
- Belfast, Newtownards, Dundonald
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Belfast involve?
- Photo report of before and after
- Re-plastering and making good
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Belfast?
- Licence conditions and council enforcement cover disrepair, damp and mould in licensed HMOs.
- Check current Department for Communities guidance on energy standards for privately rented homes.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Belfast?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £540 – £3,600 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £220 – £450 | room |
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs by town in Belfast
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Belfast
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
What is HHSRS?
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System, the method councils in England and Wales use to assess hazards in homes, including damp and mould.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Belfast?
Yes, across the whole of Belfast, including Belfast, Newtownards, Dundonald.
Who licenses HMOs in Belfast?
HMO licensing in Belfast, as everywhere in Northern Ireland, is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council. Planning and building control are handled by the local council.
Other HMO services in Belfast
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Belfast
- EPC and energy upgrades in Belfast
- Full HMO refurbishment in Belfast
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Belfast
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Belfast
- Communal kitchen refits in Belfast
- Sound insulation in Belfast
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Belfast