Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Salisbury, a town of around 45,000 people in Wiltshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Wiltshire, England
- Postcodes
- SP1 and SP5
- Location
- 20 miles north-west of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South West
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Salisbury involve?
- Extraction and continuous ventilation
- Mould treatment and stain-block
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
- Photo report of before and after
Which rules apply in Salisbury?
Here is what usually applies to a Salisbury job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Salisbury?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Salisbury 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 Salisbury landlords need it?
Landlords in Salisbury most often ask us for this when:
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Salisbury
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 Salisbury?
We cover the whole of Wiltshire and work UK-wide. For Salisbury the nearest towns on our list are Andover (16 miles), Totton (17 miles), Southampton (20 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Salisbury?
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 Salisbury?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Salisbury
- Andover · 16 mi
- Totton · 17 mi
- Southampton · 20 mi
- Eastleigh · 21 mi
- Winchester · 21 mi
- New Milton · 22 mi
- All of Wiltshire
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