Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Burngreave, a town of about 27,000 people in South Yorkshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- South Yorkshire, England
- Postcodes
- S1, S2, S3 and S4
- Location
- 1 miles north-east of Sheffield
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Burngreave involve?
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Re-plastering and making good
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
Which rules apply in Burngreave?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Burngreave 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 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 Burngreave?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Burngreave can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 2–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Burngreave, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Burngreave landlords need it?
Landlords in Burngreave 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 Burngreave
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
Do you cover all of Burngreave?
Yes. We work across Burngreave and the S1, S2, S3 and S4 postcode areas, plus the rest of South Yorkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Sheffield, Rotherham, Chapeltown.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Burngreave?
With the local council for the address. 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 Burngreave?
Our guide ranges for Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Burngreave
- Sheffield · 1 mi
- Rotherham · 5 mi
- Chapeltown · 5 mi
- Dronfield · 6 mi
- Staveley · 10 mi
- Chesterfield · 10 mi
- All of South Yorkshire
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