Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. For a house in Bath we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately. With students as well as working sharers renting in Bath, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- BA1
- Location
- 12 miles south-east of Bristol
- Council
- Bath and North East Somerset Council
- Pricing region
- South West
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bath involve?
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
Which rules apply in Bath?
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 Bath before we price.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
- 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
Bath and North East Somerset Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) covers the whole City of Bath (not the wider district), in effect 1 Jul 2013. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Bath before you buy or start work. Source: Bath and North East Somerset Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Bath?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £620 – £4,150 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | room |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bath can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Bath, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Bath, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Bath landlords need it?
Landlords in Bath most often ask us for this when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bath
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.
Which postcodes in Bath do you work in?
All of them, including BA1, and the surrounding parts of Somerset.
Which council covers HMOs in Bath?
Bath is covered by Bath and North East Somerset Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Bath?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Bath
- Trowbridge · 8 mi
- Kingswood · 8 mi
- Mangotsfield · 10 mi
- Frome · 10 mi
- Bristol · 12 mi
- Yate · 12 mi
- All of Somerset
Other HMO services in Bath
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bath
- EPC and energy upgrades in Bath
- Full HMO refurbishment in Bath
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bath
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bath
- Communal kitchen refits in Bath
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bath
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Bath