In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. We carry this out across Flintshire, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- CH, LL
- Main towns
- Buckley, Deeside, Flint, Hawarden
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Flintshire involve?
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Insulation to cold spots
- Photo report of before and after
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in Flintshire?
- 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 Flintshire?
| 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 Flintshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Flintshire
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Flintshire?
Yes, across the whole of Flintshire, including Buckley, Deeside, Flint.
Who licenses HMOs in Flintshire?
Flintshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Flintshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Flintshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Flintshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Flintshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Flintshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Flintshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Flintshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Flintshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Flintshire