Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Gorseinon, a town of about 21,000 people in Swansea, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Swansea, Wales
- Postcodes
- SA4
- Location
- 5 miles north-west of Swansea
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Gorseinon involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Re-plastering and making good
Which rules apply in Gorseinon?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Gorseinon must satisfy national law for Wales, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
- Rented homes must meet at least EPC E. Whether the planned EPC C standard will apply in Wales has not yet been confirmed.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Gorseinon?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £560 – £3,750 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £240 – £470 | room |
Prices in Gorseinon are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Gorseinon landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Gorseinon:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Gorseinon
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.
How far do you travel from Gorseinon?
We cover the whole of Swansea and work UK-wide. For Gorseinon the nearest towns on our list are Llanelli (5 miles), Swansea (5 miles), Clydach (6 miles).
Does a shared house in Gorseinon need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Gorseinon?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Gorseinon
- Llanelli · 5 mi
- Swansea · 5 mi
- Clydach · 6 mi
- Ammanford · 9 mi
- Briton Ferry · 10 mi
- Neath · 10 mi
- All of Swansea
Other HMO services in Gorseinon
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Gorseinon
- EPC and energy upgrades in Gorseinon
- Full HMO refurbishment in Gorseinon
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gorseinon
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gorseinon
- Communal kitchen refits in Gorseinon
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Gorseinon
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Gorseinon