Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Dunfermline (KY11 and KY12) 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
- Fife, Scotland
- Postcodes
- KY11 and KY12
- Location
- 13 miles north-west of Edinburgh
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dunfermline involve?
- Photo report of before and after
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Dunfermline?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dunfermline must satisfy national law for Scotland, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Check current Scottish Government guidance on energy efficiency standards for private rented homes before planning upgrades.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Dunfermline?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £570 – £3,800 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Prices in Dunfermline are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Dunfermline landlords need it?
Landlords in Dunfermline most often ask us for this when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dunfermline
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.
How far do you travel from Dunfermline?
We cover the whole of Fife and work UK-wide. For Dunfermline the nearest towns on our list are Rosyth (3 miles), Cowdenbeath (5 miles), Bo’ness (7 miles).
Does a shared house in Dunfermline need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Dunfermline?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Dunfermline
- Rosyth · 3 mi
- Cowdenbeath · 5 mi
- Bo’ness · 7 mi
- Linlithgow · 9 mi
- Broxburn · 10 mi
- Grangemouth · 11 mi
- All of Fife
Other HMO services in Dunfermline
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Dunfermline
- EPC and energy upgrades in Dunfermline
- Full HMO refurbishment in Dunfermline
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dunfermline
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dunfermline
- Communal kitchen refits in Dunfermline
- Fire doors in Dunfermline
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Dunfermline