Durham County Council has changed the Council Tax Reduction Scheme. From 1 April 2026, all working‑age residents will need to contribute towards their Council Tax.
We want to make sure you have the right advice and support. If you’re unsure how these changes might affect you, or what to do next, please contact Durham County Council on 03000 262 0000.
How We Treat Damp and Mould
Things to look out for in your home that could lead to damp or mould:
- Leaking pipes, wastes or overflows
- Rain seeping through the roof where a tile or slate is missing, spilling from a blocked gutter, penetrating around window frames, or leaking through a cracked pipe
- Rising damp due to a defective dampcourse or because there is no damp course
These causes of damp often leave a ‘tidemark’ and you should have the necessary repairs carried out to remove the source of damp.
Report damp and mould
If you've noticed patches of mould in your home, we want to hear from you so we can take steps to fix it. Complete our form and read our information leaflets on how we treat rising damp and mould.
Report damp, condensation and mould
If you've noticed patches of mould in your home, we want to hear from you so we can take steps to fix it.
