Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Rhondda, a town of around 70,000 people, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF42 and CF43
- Location
- 17 miles north-west of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Rhondda involve?
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Photo report of before and after
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Rhondda?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Rhondda before we price.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- Rented homes must meet at least EPC E. Whether the planned EPC C standard will apply in Wales has not yet been confirmed.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Rhondda?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £560 – £3,750 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | room |
Prices in Rhondda are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 2–10 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Rhondda landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Rhondda
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
How far do you travel from Rhondda?
We cover the whole of Rhondda Cynon Taf and work UK-wide. For Rhondda the nearest towns on our list are Tonypandy (3 miles), Aberdare (4 miles), Pontypridd (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Rhondda?
With the local council for the address. Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Rhondda?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Rhondda
- Tonypandy · 3 mi
- Aberdare · 4 mi
- Pontypridd · 6 mi
- Treharris · 6 mi
- Merthyr Tydfil · 7 mi
- Nelson (Caerphilly) · 7 mi
- All of Rhondda Cynon Taf
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- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Rhondda
- EPC and energy upgrades in Rhondda
- Full HMO refurbishment in Rhondda
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rhondda
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rhondda
- Communal kitchen refits in Rhondda
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Rhondda
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Rhondda