Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Chiswick, a town of about 34,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- W4
- Location
- 6 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chiswick involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Insulation to cold spots
- Re-plastering and making good
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Chiswick?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Chiswick before we price.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- 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.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Chiswick?
| 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 Chiswick follows a site visit.
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 Chiswick landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chiswick
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.
Which postcodes in Chiswick do you work in?
All of them, including W4, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Chiswick need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Chiswick?
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 Chiswick
- Acton · 1 mi
- Barnes · 1 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Notting Hill · 3 mi
- Fulham · 3 mi
- Putney · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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