Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Reigate is 19 miles south of London. We price damp, mould and HHSRS repairs there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- RH2
- Location
- 19 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Reigate involve?
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Insulation to cold spots
- Re-plastering and making good
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
Which rules apply in Reigate?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Reigate 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 Reigate?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £670 – £4,500 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £280 – £560 | room |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Reigate 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 Reigate landlords need it?
Landlords in Reigate 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 Reigate
What is HHSRS?
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System, the method councils in England and Wales use to assess hazards in homes, including damp and mould.
Which postcodes in Reigate do you work in?
All of them, including RH2, and the surrounding parts of Surrey.
Does a shared house in Reigate 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 Reigate?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Reigate
- Redhill · 2 mi
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- Banstead · 6 mi
- Caterham · 6 mi
- Coulsdon · 6 mi
- Leatherhead · 7 mi
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