Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Andover (SP10 and SP11) 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.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SP10 and SP11
- Location
- 22 miles north of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Andover involve?
- Insulation to cold spots
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Andover?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Andover 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Andover?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £670 – £4,500 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Andover follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Andover, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Andover landlords need it?
Landlords in Andover 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 Andover
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.
How far do you travel from Andover?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Andover the nearest towns on our list are Winchester (13 miles), Newbury (15 miles), Salisbury (16 miles).
Does a shared house in Andover 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 Andover?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Andover
- Winchester · 13 mi
- Newbury · 15 mi
- Salisbury · 16 mi
- Thatcham · 17 mi
- Basingstoke · 18 mi
- Eastleigh · 18 mi
- All of Hampshire
Other HMO services in Andover
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Andover
- EPC and energy upgrades in Andover
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Andover
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Andover
- Communal kitchen refits in Andover
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Andover
- Student HMO refurbishment in Andover