In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. We carry this out across Leicestershire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- LE, CV, DE, NG
- Main towns
- Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Wigston Magna
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Leicestershire involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Leicestershire?
- 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.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Leicestershire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £580 – £3,900 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs by town in Leicestershire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Leicestershire
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.
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Leicestershire?
Yes, across the whole of Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley.
Who licenses HMOs in Leicestershire?
HMOs in Leicestershire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Leicestershire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Leicestershire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Leicestershire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Leicestershire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Leicestershire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Leicestershire
- Communal kitchen refits in Leicestershire
- House to HMO conversion in Leicestershire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Leicestershire