- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North East
- Postcode areas
- NE, TD, DH, CA
- Main towns
- Blyth, Cramlington, Ashington
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Northumberland involve?
- Insulation to cold spots
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Photo report of before and after
- Mould treatment and stain-block
Which rules apply in Northumberland?
- 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 Northumberland?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £550 – £3,700 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £230 – £460 | 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 Northumberland
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Northumberland
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.
Is damp always rising damp?
No. In shared houses condensation is the most common cause, because of cooking, showers and drying clothes. We find the cause before recommending any treatment.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Northumberland?
Yes, across the whole of Northumberland, including Blyth, Cramlington, Ashington.
Who licenses HMOs in Northumberland?
HMOs in Northumberland 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 Northumberland
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Northumberland
- EPC and energy upgrades in Northumberland
- Full HMO refurbishment in Northumberland
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Northumberland
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Northumberland
- Communal kitchen refits in Northumberland
- Student HMO refurbishment in Northumberland
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Northumberland