In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Across South Yorkshire, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
- Postcode areas
- S, DN
- Main towns
- Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley, Bentley
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in South Yorkshire involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Photo report of before and after
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in South Yorkshire?
- 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.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in South Yorkshire?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: 2–10 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs by town in South Yorkshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in South Yorkshire
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
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 carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across South Yorkshire?
Yes, across the whole of South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster.
Who licenses HMOs in South Yorkshire?
HMOs in South Yorkshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in South Yorkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in South Yorkshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in South Yorkshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in South Yorkshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in South Yorkshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in South Yorkshire
- Communal kitchen refits in South Yorkshire
- House to HMO conversion in South Yorkshire
- Student HMO refurbishment in South Yorkshire