Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Taunton is 27 miles north-east of Exeter. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- TA1
- Location
- 27 miles north-east of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Taunton involve?
- Insulation to cold spots
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
Which rules apply in Taunton?
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 Taunton 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 Taunton?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Taunton 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 Taunton, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Taunton landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Taunton
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you cover all of Taunton?
Yes. We work across Taunton and the TA1 postcode areas, plus the rest of Somerset. Nearby places we also cover include Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea, Tiverton.
Does a shared house in Taunton 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 Taunton?
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 Taunton
- Bridgwater · 9 mi
- Burnham-on-Sea · 16 mi
- Tiverton · 19 mi
- Yeovil · 21 mi
- Weston-super-Mare · 24 mi
- Mendip · 26 mi
- All of Somerset