Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Brighton is 47 miles south of London. 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. Brighton has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- East Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- BN1, BN2 and BN3
- Location
- 47 miles south of London
- Council
- Brighton & Hove City Council
- Pricing region
- South East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brighton involve?
- Photo report of before and after
- Re-plastering and making good
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Brighton?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brighton 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 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.
Brighton & Hove City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area City-wide C3-C4 Article 4 Direction confirmed Jan 2020 and in force June 2020 (replaced the 2013 five-ward direction). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Additional licensing across all 23 wards 1 Jul 2024-30 Jun 2029. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Kemptown, Moulsecoomb & Bevendean, Queen's Park, Whitehawk & Marina 2 Sep 2024-1 Sep 2029. Central Hove & Regency designation (made 6 Jul 2026, due 20 Oct 2026) is paused pending a legal challenge. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Brighton before you buy or start work. Source: Brighton & Hove City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Brighton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £670 – £4,500 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Brighton can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
For student houses in Brighton, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Brighton landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Brighton:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brighton
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 Brighton do you work in?
All of them, including BN1, BN2 and BN3, and the surrounding parts of East Sussex.
Which council covers HMOs in Brighton?
Brighton is covered by Brighton & Hove 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 Brighton?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Brighton
- Hove · 1 mi
- Portslade · 3 mi
- Rottingdean · 4 mi
- Burgess Hill · 9 mi
- Worthing · 10 mi
- Seaford · 11 mi
- All of East Sussex
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