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 Carmarthenshire, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- SA
- Main towns
- Llanelli, Ammanford, Carmarthen
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carmarthenshire involve?
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Photo report of before and after
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Carmarthenshire?
- 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 Carmarthenshire?
| 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 Carmarthenshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carmarthenshire
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.
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Carmarthenshire?
Yes, across the whole of Carmarthenshire, including Llanelli, Ammanford, Carmarthen.
Who licenses HMOs in Carmarthenshire?
Carmarthenshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Carmarthenshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Carmarthenshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Carmarthenshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Carmarthenshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Carmarthenshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Carmarthenshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Carmarthenshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Carmarthenshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Carmarthenshire