In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Blaenau Gwent we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- NP
- Main towns
- Ebbw Vale, Tredegar
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blaenau Gwent involve?
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
- Photo report of before and after
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Blaenau Gwent?
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- Rented homes must meet at least EPC E. Whether the planned EPC C standard will apply in Wales has not yet been confirmed.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Blaenau Gwent?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £560 – £3,750 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | 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 Blaenau Gwent
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blaenau Gwent
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
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 Blaenau Gwent?
Yes, across the whole of Blaenau Gwent, including Ebbw Vale, Tredegar.
Who licenses HMOs in Blaenau Gwent?
Blaenau Gwent council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Blaenau Gwent
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Blaenau Gwent
- EPC and energy upgrades in Blaenau Gwent
- Full HMO refurbishment in Blaenau Gwent
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blaenau Gwent
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blaenau Gwent
- Communal kitchen refits in Blaenau Gwent
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Blaenau Gwent
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Blaenau Gwent