Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Blyth, a town of about 37,000 people in Northumberland, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Northumberland, England
- Postcodes
- NE24
- Location
- 11 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blyth involve?
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Blyth?
Here is what usually applies to a Blyth job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Blyth?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North East, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Blyth 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 Blyth, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Blyth landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blyth
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.
How far do you travel from Blyth?
We cover the whole of Northumberland and work UK-wide. For Blyth the nearest towns on our list are Ashington (4 miles), Cramlington (4 miles), Whitley Bay (7 miles).
Does a shared house in Blyth need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Blyth?
Our guide ranges for North East 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 Blyth
- Ashington · 4 mi
- Cramlington · 4 mi
- Whitley Bay · 7 mi
- North Shields · 8 mi
- Tynemouth · 8 mi
- South Shields · 9 mi
- All of Northumberland
Other HMO services in Blyth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Blyth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Blyth
- Full HMO refurbishment in Blyth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blyth
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blyth
- Communal kitchen refits in Blyth
- Ensuite installation in Blyth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Blyth