Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. For a house in Brynmawr we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Monmouthshire, Wales
- Postcodes
- NP7, NP22 and NP23
- Location
- 22 miles north of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brynmawr involve?
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Insulation to cold spots
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
Which rules apply in Brynmawr?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Brynmawr before we price.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- Rented homes must meet at least EPC E. Whether the planned EPC C standard will apply in Wales has not yet been confirmed.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Brynmawr?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £560 – £3,750 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | room |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Wales, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Brynmawr 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 Brynmawr, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Brynmawr landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Brynmawr:
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brynmawr
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
How far do you travel from Brynmawr?
We cover the whole of Monmouthshire and work UK-wide. For Brynmawr the nearest towns on our list are Ebbw Vale (2 miles), Tredegar (3 miles), Abergavenny (7 miles).
Does a shared house in Brynmawr need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Brynmawr?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Brynmawr
- Ebbw Vale · 2 mi
- Tredegar · 3 mi
- Abergavenny · 7 mi
- Bargoed · 8 mi
- Pontypool · 9 mi
- Merthyr Tydfil · 9 mi
- All of Monmouthshire
Other HMO services in Brynmawr
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Brynmawr
- EPC and energy upgrades in Brynmawr
- Full HMO refurbishment in Brynmawr
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brynmawr
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brynmawr
- Communal kitchen refits in Brynmawr
- Extensions for extra rooms in Brynmawr
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Brynmawr