In short: Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. We carry this out across Wiltshire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- SN, SP, BA, RG
- Main towns
- Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wiltshire involve?
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Re-plastering and making good
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Insulation to cold spots
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Photo report of before and after
Which rules apply in Wiltshire?
- 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.
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 Wiltshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp repair, from a single wall to a whole house | £600 – £4,000 | £620 – £4,150 | job |
| Mould treatment and making good | £250 – £500 | £260 – £520 | 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 Wiltshire
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wiltshire
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.
Will a mould wash fix it?
Only for a while. Unless the cause is fixed, mould comes back.
Do you carry out damp, mould and HHSRS repairs across Wiltshire?
Yes, across the whole of Wiltshire, including Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge.
Who licenses HMOs in Wiltshire?
HMOs in Wiltshire 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 Wiltshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wiltshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Wiltshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Wiltshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wiltshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Wiltshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Wiltshire
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Wiltshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Wiltshire