In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. We carry this out across Oxfordshire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- OX, RG, SN, GL
- Main towns
- Oxford, Banbury, Abingdon, Bicester, Didcot
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Oxfordshire involve?
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Insulation to cold spots
- Photo report of before and after
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Oxfordshire?
- 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 Oxfordshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £670 – £4,500 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | 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 Oxfordshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Oxfordshire
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.
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Oxfordshire?
Yes, across the whole of Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury, Abingdon.
Who licenses HMOs in Oxfordshire?
HMOs in Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Oxfordshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Oxfordshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Oxfordshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Oxfordshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Oxfordshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Oxfordshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oxfordshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in Oxfordshire