Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Abingdon, a town of about 39,000 people in Oxfordshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Oxfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- OX14
- Location
- 6 miles south of Oxford
- Pricing region
- South East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Abingdon involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Photo report of before and after
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Abingdon?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Abingdon before we price.
- 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 Abingdon?
| 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 |
Prices in Abingdon are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Abingdon, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Abingdon 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 Abingdon
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
How far do you travel from Abingdon?
We cover the whole of Oxfordshire and work UK-wide. For Abingdon the nearest towns on our list are Didcot (5 miles), Oxford (6 miles), Witney (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Abingdon 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 Abingdon?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Abingdon
- Didcot · 5 mi
- Oxford · 6 mi
- Witney · 12 mi
- Bicester · 17 mi
- Thatcham · 19 mi
- Newbury · 19 mi
- All of Oxfordshire
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- Sound insulation in Abingdon
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