Damp and mould in an HMO is usually caused by condensation, leaks or rising or penetrating damp, and often by a mix. In Brymbo, a town of about 18,000 people in Wrexham, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Wrexham, Wales
- Postcodes
- LL11
- Location
- 3 miles north-west of Wrexham
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brymbo involve?
- Re-plastering and making good
- Cause-finding survey with moisture readings
- Damp-proofing where it is the cause
- Insulation to cold spots
- Leak, gutter and roof repairs
Which rules apply in Brymbo?
Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brymbo 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 Brymbo?
| 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 Brymbo 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 Brymbo landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Brymbo:
- An HHSRS finding or council letter
- Recurring mould in bathrooms and bedrooms
Questions about damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brymbo
How quickly should damp be dealt with?
As soon as possible, and quickly where health is at risk. New rules on hazard timescales are coming into the private rented sector; our compliance pages explain what is confirmed.
Do you cover all of Brymbo?
Yes. We work across Brymbo and the LL11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Wrexham. Nearby places we also cover include Wrexham, Rhosllannerchrugog, Buckley.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Brymbo?
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 Brymbo?
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 Brymbo
- Wrexham · 3 mi
- Rhosllannerchrugog · 4 mi
- Buckley · 7 mi
- Hawarden · 8 mi
- Deeside · 9 mi
- Chester · 11 mi
- All of Wrexham
Other HMO services in Brymbo
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Brymbo
- EPC and energy upgrades in Brymbo
- Full HMO refurbishment in Brymbo
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brymbo
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brymbo
- Communal kitchen refits in Brymbo
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Brymbo
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Brymbo