- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North West
- Postcode areas
- CW, WA, CH, SK
- Main towns
- Warrington, Chester, Crewe, Ellesmere Port Town, Widnes
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cheshire involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Re-plastering and making good
- Photo report of before and after
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Cheshire?
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- Rented homes must currently meet at least EPC E, with a £3,500 spending cap. The government plans EPC C by October 2030, subject to legislation.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Cheshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £580 – £3,850 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | 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 Cheshire
- Warrington
- Chester
- Crewe
- Ellesmere Port Town
- Widnes
- Runcorn
- Macclesfield
- Northwich
- Great Sankey
- Winsford
- Congleton
- Wilmslow
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cheshire
Is damp always rising damp?
No. In shared houses condensation is the most common cause, because of cooking, showers and drying clothes. We find the cause before recommending any treatment.
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 Cheshire?
Yes, across the whole of Cheshire, including Warrington, Chester, Crewe.
Who licenses HMOs in Cheshire?
HMOs in Cheshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Cheshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Cheshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Cheshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Cheshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cheshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Cheshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Cheshire
- Fire doors in Cheshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Cheshire