Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Stockton-on-Tees, a town of around 80,000 people in County Durham, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- County Durham, England
- Postcodes
- TS18, TS19, TS20 and TS23
- Location
- 30 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stockton-on-Tees involve?
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Stockton-on-Tees?
Here is what usually applies to a Stockton-on-Tees job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Stockton-on-Tees?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £550 – £3,700 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £230 – £460 | room |
Prices in Stockton-on-Tees are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees
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.
Which postcodes in Stockton-on-Tees do you work in?
All of them, including TS18, TS19, TS20 and TS23, and the surrounding parts of County Durham.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stockton-on-Tees?
With the local council for the address. 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 Stockton-on-Tees?
Our guide ranges for North East 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 Stockton-on-Tees
- Billingham · 2 mi
- Thornaby-on-Tees · 3 mi
- Middlesbrough · 3 mi
- Hartlepool · 9 mi
- Darlington · 10 mi
- Newton Aycliffe · 11 mi
- All of County Durham
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