Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. Landlords in Penarth (CF64) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF64
- Location
- 3 miles south of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Penarth involve?
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Insulation to cold spots
Which rules apply in Penarth?
The rules below are the Wales-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Penarth before we price.
- 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 Penarth?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Penarth 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 Penarth, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Penarth landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- Tenant reports of damp or mould
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Penarth
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
How far do you travel from Penarth?
We cover the whole of Vale of Glamorgan and work UK-wide. For Penarth the nearest towns on our list are Cardiff (3 miles), Whitchurch (5 miles), Barry (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Penarth?
With the local council for the address. Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs cost in Penarth?
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 Penarth
- Cardiff · 3 mi
- Whitchurch · 5 mi
- Barry · 5 mi
- Caerphilly · 10 mi
- Weston-super-Mare · 11 mi
- Llantrisant · 11 mi
- All of Vale of Glamorgan
Other HMO services in Penarth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Penarth
- EPC and energy upgrades in Penarth
- Full HMO refurbishment in Penarth
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Penarth
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Penarth
- Communal kitchen refits in Penarth
- Extensions for extra rooms in Penarth
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Penarth