Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Deeside, a town of about 32,000 people in Flintshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Flintshire, Wales
- Postcodes
- CH5
- Location
- 11 miles north of Wrexham
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Deeside involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Deeside?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Deeside before we price.
- 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Deeside?
| 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 |
Prices in Deeside are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Deeside landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Deeside
Is damp always rising damp?
No. In shared houses condensation is the most common cause, because of cooking, showers and drying clothes. We find the cause before recommending any treatment.
Which postcodes in Deeside do you work in?
All of them, including CH5, and the surrounding parts of Flintshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Deeside?
With the local council for the address. 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 Deeside?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Deeside
- Hawarden · 1 mi
- Buckley · 3 mi
- Flint · 5 mi
- Chester · 6 mi
- Ellesmere Port Town · 8 mi
- Heswall · 9 mi
- All of Flintshire
Other HMO services in Deeside
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Deeside
- EPC and energy upgrades in Deeside
- Full HMO refurbishment in Deeside
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Deeside
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Deeside
- Communal kitchen refits in Deeside
- Student HMO refurbishment in Deeside
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Deeside