Damp and mould remediation · South West
Damp and mould remediation in Plymouth
If damp and mould reports in Plymouth keep coming back, the cause probably has not been fixed. We find it, fix it and check the result.
Social landlords in Plymouth can appoint us for damp and mould remediation, from a single home to a programme. Most social homes in Plymouth belong to housing associations after the council transferred its stock. We work to the Decent Homes Standard and to your own specification.
Plymouth at a glance
- Council
- Plymouth City Council
- Region
- South West
- Council homes
- Transferred to housing associations
- Housing standard
- Decent Homes Standard (England)
- Damp and mould timescales
- Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
- Population
- 262,839 (2020 estimate)
- Regional price factor
- 1.02 (our estimate)
Council housing status from Housing Revenue Account records (MHCLG and the 2012 HRA list, updated for later transfers) and council publications, checked October 2026. Population: ONS 2020 mid-year estimate.
Who owns the social homes in Plymouth?
Most social homes in Plymouth are owned by housing associations, following the transfer of the council's homes to housing association ownership. Plymouth City Council remains the strategic housing authority, with duties on homelessness and housing need.
What do we cover in Plymouth?
- Damp and mould inspection with moisture readings and photos
- Mould wash, fungicidal treatment and anti-mould redecoration
- Trickle vents, door undercuts and window repairs
- Leak repairs to roofs, gutters, pipes and seals
- Humidity and temperature sensors for follow-up monitoring
How do we deliver it?
Every case starts with readings and a written diagnosis. That record is useful to you whatever happens next, and it means the work we price is aimed at the cause.
Which rules apply in Plymouth?
Awaab's Law (the Hazards in Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulations 2025) has applied to social landlords since 27 October 2025. Emergency hazards must be investigated and made safe within 24 hours.
Decent Homes Standard (England) · More about damp and mould remediation
What does damp and mould remediation cost in Plymouth?
Our guide range for a typical damp and mould case (one or two rooms, mould treatment and an extract fan) in Plymouth is £450–£1,150 per home. That is the UK range of £450–£1,150 (derived from published totals) adjusted by a regional cost factor of 1.02 (our own estimate); figures are before VAT where the source states it. Every job is priced after survey; specification, access and the condition of the homes will move the figure.
Questions about damp and mould remediation in Plymouth
Does Plymouth City Council still own council homes?
Most social homes in Plymouth are owned by housing associations, following the transfer of the council's homes to housing association ownership. Plymouth City Council remains the strategic housing authority, with duties on homelessness and housing need.
Which damp and mould rules apply in Plymouth?
Awaab's Law timescales for damp and mould and emergency hazards have applied to social landlords in England since 27 October 2025, with phase 2 extending them to more hazards from 30 November 2026.
Do you also work near Plymouth?
Yes. We take on damp and mould remediation across the South West, including the South Hams, West Devon, Teignbridge and Torbay, and in every other UK nation.
Other works we carry out in Plymouth
- Roofing and rainwater goods
- Acquisition and temporary accommodation refurbishment
- Kitchen replacement programmes
- Whole-house retrofit
- Responsive repairs
- Fire door installation and remediation
- Planned maintenance and Decent Homes works
- Supported and sheltered housing refurbishment
- Communal area refurbishment
- Aids and adaptations
- Smoke, heat and CO alarm installation
- Heating upgrades and heat pumps