In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Across Merseyside, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North West
- Postcode areas
- L, CH, WA, PR
- Main towns
- Liverpool, Birkenhead, St Helens, Southport, Wallasey
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Merseyside involve?
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Photo report of before and after
- Mould treatment and stain-block
Which rules apply in Merseyside?
- 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.
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 Merseyside?
| 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 |
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 Merseyside
- Liverpool
- Birkenhead
- St Helens
- Southport
- Wallasey
- Bootle
- Bebington
- Huyton
- Kirkby
- Prescot
- Heswall
- Maghull
- Ashton in Makerfield
- Newton-le-Willows
- Formby
- Litherland
- Speke
- Garston
- Halewood
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Merseyside
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
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 carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Merseyside?
Yes, across the whole of Merseyside, including Liverpool, Birkenhead, St Helens.
Who licenses HMOs in Merseyside?
HMOs in Merseyside 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 Merseyside
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Merseyside
- EPC and energy upgrades in Merseyside
- Full HMO refurbishment in Merseyside
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Merseyside
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Merseyside
- Communal kitchen refits in Merseyside
- Ensuite installation in Merseyside
- Extensions for extra rooms in Merseyside