Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Crowborough (TN3 and TN6) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- East Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- TN3 and TN6
- Location
- 21 miles north-east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Crowborough involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Insulation to cold spots
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Crowborough?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Crowborough 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Crowborough?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Crowborough follows a site visit.
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.
When do Crowborough landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Crowborough:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Crowborough
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Which postcodes in Crowborough do you work in?
All of them, including TN3 and TN6, and the surrounding parts of East Sussex.
Does a shared house in Crowborough need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Crowborough?
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 Crowborough
- Royal Tunbridge Wells · 7 mi
- East Grinstead · 9 mi
- Tonbridge · 10 mi
- Haywards Heath · 12 mi
- Hailsham · 14 mi
- Sevenoaks · 15 mi
- All of East Sussex
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