Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Northampton is 29 miles east of Coventry. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for. Northampton has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN1, NN2 and NN5
- Location
- 29 miles east of Coventry
- Council
- West Northamptonshire Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Northampton involve?
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Photo report of before and after
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in Northampton?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Northampton 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 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.
West Northamptonshire Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions cover several areas of Northampton (from 2011 onwards). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 20 wards across Northampton and Daventry 24 Feb 2025-23 Feb 2030 (replaced 2020-2025 scheme). |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Northampton before you buy or start work. Source: West Northamptonshire Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Northampton?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Northampton can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Northampton, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Northampton, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Northampton landlords need it?
Landlords in Northampton most often ask us for this when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Northampton
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Which postcodes in Northampton do you work in?
All of them, including NN1, NN2 and NN5, and the surrounding parts of Northamptonshire.
Which council covers HMOs in Northampton?
Northampton is covered by West Northamptonshire 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 Northampton?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Northampton
- Wellingborough · 9 mi
- Daventry · 12 mi
- Rushden · 12 mi
- Kettering · 12 mi
- Milton Keynes · 15 mi
- Market Harborough · 16 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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