Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Canning Town is 6 miles east of London. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- E13, E14 and E16
- Location
- 6 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Newham
- Pricing region
- London
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Canning Town involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Re-plastering and making good
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
Which rules apply in Canning Town?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Canning Town 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
- 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.
London Borough of Newham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 31 Jul 2013. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 22 of 24 wards (all except Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park) 1 Jan 2023-31 Dec 2027. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in the same 22 wards from 1 Jun 2023 to 31 May 2028. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Canning Town before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Newham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Canning Town?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £770 – £5,100 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £320 – £640 | room |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Canning Town follows a site visit.
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 Canning Town landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Canning Town:
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Canning Town
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.
Which postcodes in Canning Town do you work in?
All of them, including E13, E14 and E16, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Which council covers HMOs in Canning Town?
Canning Town is covered by London Borough of Newham. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Canning Town?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Canning Town
- Stratford · 2 mi
- Bow · 2 mi
- Canary Wharf · 2 mi
- Greenwich · 3 mi
- Barking · 3 mi
- Blackheath · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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