HMO damp and mould repairs across Cornwall

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 Cornwall we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.

Nation: England
Pricing region: South West
Postcode areas: PL, TR, EX
Main towns: Redruth, Falmouth, St Austell, Truro, Camborne

What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cornwall involve?

Insulation to cold spots
Photo report of before and after
Mould treatment and stain-block
Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Extraction and continuous ventilation
Re-plastering and making good

Which rules apply in Cornwall?

Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
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 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 Cornwall?

Regional adjustment for South West. Planning budgets: see our prices page.
Item	UK typical	Local guide	Per
Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house	£600 – £4,000	£620 – £4,150	job
Mould treatment and making good	£250 – £500	£260 – £520	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 Cornwall

Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cornwall

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 Cornwall?

Yes, across the whole of Cornwall, including Redruth, Falmouth, St Austell.

Who licenses HMOs in Cornwall?

HMOs in Cornwall are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.

Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Cornwall

What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cornwall involve?

Which rules apply in Cornwall?

How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Cornwall?

Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs by town in Cornwall

Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Cornwall

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