Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Derby is 14 miles west of Nottingham. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for. Derby has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Derbyshire, England
- Postcodes
- DE1, DE21, DE22 and DE23
- Location
- 14 miles west of Nottingham
- Council
- Derby City Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Derby involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Insulation to cold spots
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
Which rules apply in Derby?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Derby must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
Derby City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction for all of Arboretum ward plus parts of Abbey, Alvaston North, Darley, Mackworth, New Zealand, Normanton, Sinfin & Osmaston within the ring road; in force 3 May 2025. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Derby before you buy or start work. Source: Derby City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Derby?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £580 – £3,900 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Prices in Derby are shown with our regional adjustment for East Midlands (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Derby, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Derby, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Derby landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Derby:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Derby
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.
Which postcodes in Derby do you work in?
All of them, including DE1, DE21, DE22 and DE23, and the surrounding parts of Derbyshire.
Which council covers HMOs in Derby?
Derby is covered by Derby City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Derby?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Derby
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- Heanor · 8 mi
- Ripley · 8 mi
- Long Eaton · 9 mi
- Burton upon Trent · 11 mi
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