Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Carluke is 19 miles south-east of Glasgow. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against Scotland’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- South Lanarkshire, Scotland
- Postcodes
- ML8
- Location
- 19 miles south-east of Glasgow
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carluke involve?
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Photo report of before and after
Which rules apply in Carluke?
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 Carluke 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 Carluke?
| 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 Carluke 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 Carluke landlords need it?
Landlords in Carluke most often ask us for this when:
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carluke
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.
Do you cover all of Carluke?
Yes. We work across Carluke and the ML8 postcode areas, plus the rest of South Lanarkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Dalserf, Wishaw, Larkhall.
Does a shared house in Carluke 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 Carluke?
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 Carluke
- Dalserf · 3 mi
- Wishaw · 4 mi
- Larkhall · 5 mi
- Motherwell · 7 mi
- Meikle Earnock · 8 mi
- Hamilton · 8 mi
- All of South Lanarkshire
Other HMO services in Carluke
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Carluke
- EPC and energy upgrades in Carluke
- Full HMO refurbishment in Carluke
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Carluke
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Carluke
- Communal kitchen refits in Carluke
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Carluke
- Fire doors in Carluke