Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Blantyre, a town of about 17,000 people in South Lanarkshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- South Lanarkshire, Scotland
- Postcodes
- G71 and G72
- Location
- 8 miles south-east of Glasgow
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blantyre involve?
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Photo report of before and after
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
Which rules apply in Blantyre?
The rules below are the Scotland-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Blantyre before we price.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
- Check current Scottish Government guidance on energy efficiency standards for private rented homes before planning upgrades.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Blantyre?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £570 – £3,800 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £480 | room |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Scotland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Blantyre follows a site visit.
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 Blantyre landlords need it?
Landlords in Blantyre most often ask us for this when:
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blantyre
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Which postcodes in Blantyre do you work in?
All of them, including G71 and G72, and the surrounding parts of South Lanarkshire.
Does a shared house in Blantyre need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Blantyre?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Blantyre
- High Blantyre · 1 mi
- Viewpark · 3 mi
- Cambuslang · 3 mi
- Hamilton · 3 mi
- Bellshill · 3 mi
- East Kilbride · 4 mi
- All of South Lanarkshire
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