Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Yeovil (BA20, BA22 and DT9) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- BA20, BA22 and DT9
- Location
- 36 miles south of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Yeovil involve?
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Photo report of before and after
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Yeovil?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Yeovil must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Yeovil?
| 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 |
Prices in Yeovil are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (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 Yeovil, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Yeovil landlords need it?
Landlords in Yeovil most often ask us for this when:
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Yeovil
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you cover all of Yeovil?
Yes. We work across Yeovil and the BA20, BA22 and DT9 postcode areas, plus the rest of Somerset. Nearby places we also cover include Mendip, Bridgwater, Taunton.
Does a shared house in Yeovil 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 Yeovil?
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 Yeovil
- Mendip · 20 mi
- Bridgwater · 21 mi
- Taunton · 21 mi
- Weymouth · 24 mi
- Frome · 24 mi
- Burnham-on-Sea · 26 mi
- All of Somerset
Other HMO services in Yeovil
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Yeovil
- EPC and energy upgrades in Yeovil
- Full HMO refurbishment in Yeovil
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Yeovil
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Yeovil
- Communal kitchen refits in Yeovil
- House to HMO conversion in Yeovil
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Yeovil