Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Hawarden, a town of about 26,000 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
- 10 miles north of Wrexham
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Hawarden involve?
- Photo report of before and after
- Insulation to cold spots
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Re-plastering and making good
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Hawarden?
Here is what usually applies to a Hawarden job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Hawarden?
| 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 Hawarden 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 Hawarden landlords need it?
Landlords in Hawarden 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 Hawarden
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.
How far do you travel from Hawarden?
We cover the whole of Flintshire and work UK-wide. For Hawarden the nearest towns on our list are Deeside (1 miles), Buckley (3 miles), Chester (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hawarden?
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 Hawarden?
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 Hawarden
- Deeside · 1 mi
- Buckley · 3 mi
- Chester · 6 mi
- Flint · 6 mi
- Ellesmere Port Town · 8 mi
- Brymbo · 8 mi
- All of Flintshire
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- Rewires and EICR remedials in Hawarden
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