Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Porthcawl is 14 miles south-east of Swansea. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against Wales’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Bridgend, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF33 and CF36
- Location
- 14 miles south-east of Swansea
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Porthcawl involve?
- Insulation to cold spots
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
Which rules apply in Porthcawl?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Porthcawl before we price.
- 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Porthcawl?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Porthcawl can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Porthcawl, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Porthcawl landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Porthcawl
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.
Which postcodes in Porthcawl do you work in?
All of them, including CF33 and CF36, and the surrounding parts of Bridgend.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Porthcawl?
With the local council for the address. 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 Porthcawl?
Our guide ranges for Wales are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs near Porthcawl
- Pyle · 3 mi
- Bridgend · 6 mi
- Coity · 7 mi
- Maesteg · 9 mi
- Llantwit Major · 10 mi
- Briton Ferry · 12 mi
- All of Bridgend
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- EPC and energy upgrades in Porthcawl
- Full HMO refurbishment in Porthcawl
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Porthcawl
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Porthcawl
- Communal kitchen refits in Porthcawl
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Porthcawl
- Ensuite installation in Porthcawl