In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Across Denbighshire, the work is planned around Wales’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- LL, CH
- Main towns
- Rhyl, Prestatyn
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Denbighshire involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Photo report of before and after
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in Denbighshire?
- 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 Denbighshire?
| 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 Denbighshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Denbighshire
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.
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 Denbighshire?
Yes, across the whole of Denbighshire, including Rhyl, Prestatyn.
Who licenses HMOs in Denbighshire?
Denbighshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Denbighshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Denbighshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Denbighshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Denbighshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Denbighshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Denbighshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Denbighshire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Denbighshire
- House to HMO conversion in Denbighshire