Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Salford (M5, M6, M17 and M50) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have. Salford has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M5, M6, M17 and M50
- Location
- 2 miles west of Manchester
- Council
- Salford City Council
- Pricing region
- North West
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Salford involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Insulation to cold spots
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in Salford?
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 Salford before we price.
- 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.
Salford City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 covers the whole city except Boothstown & Ellenbrook, Cadishead & Lower Irlam and Higher Irlam & Peel Green wards, from 17 Nov 2024 (earlier areas from 2018). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | New scheme from 24 Nov 2026 The small-HMO scheme ended on 19 Jul 2026. A new city-wide scheme for converted blocks of flats (section 257 HMOs) only runs from 24 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2031. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Two schemes: Eccles/Barton/Winton areas 1 Sep 2022-31 Aug 2027; Broughton, Kersal & Broughton Park 21 Jan 2026-20 Jan 2031. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Salford before you buy or start work. Source: Salford City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Salford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £580 – £3,850 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Prices in Salford are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Salford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Salford.
When do Salford landlords need it?
Landlords in Salford 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 Salford
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.
Do you cover all of Salford?
Yes. We work across Salford and the M5, M6, M17 and M50 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Eccles, Old Trafford, Manchester.
Which council covers HMOs in Salford?
Salford is covered by Salford City Council. 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 Salford?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Salford
- Eccles · 2 mi
- Old Trafford · 2 mi
- Manchester · 2 mi
- Swinton · 3 mi
- Stretford · 3 mi
- Prestwich · 3 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Salford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Salford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Salford
- Full HMO refurbishment in Salford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Salford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Salford
- Communal kitchen refits in Salford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Salford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Salford