In less than a month, Awaab’s Law comes into force. For social housing providers across the UK, this marks the start of a new legal duty to act swiftly on damp and mould, with strict timelines and expectations around evidence. The countdown is real, and the challenge is significant: compliance is no longer about good intentions — it is about demonstrable action.

What Awaab’s Law Demands

Awaab’s Law sets strict expectations for how landlords must deal with damp and mould hazards:

• 24 hours to act on emergency hazards.
• 10 working days to investigate potential significant hazards.
• 3 working days to share written findings with the tenant after an investigation.
• 5 working days to begin repairs if a significant hazard is confirmed.
• Up to 12 weeks to complete more complex works if immediate action isn’t possible.
• Provide alternative accommodation if safety works can’t be finished in time.
• Keep tenants updated throughout, with clear guidance on how to stay safe.

At its core, the law demands speed, accountability, and clear communication. Providers must not only resolve issues quickly but also prove every step — from first report to final repair.

Turning Compliance into Confidence

Vericon Systems exists to help landlords meet these requirements without overwhelming their teams. Our MouldSense package is designed specifically with Awaab’s Law in mind. It combines:

• MultiDOT sensors to measure temperature and humidity, supporting early detection and root-cause analysis.
• HomeHub to automatically log repairs, inspections, and resident communications with date and time stamps.
• Comprehensive data and reporting tools that validate pre- and post-retrofit works, giving providers a defensible evidence trail for regulators.

Together, these tools give housing providers a proactive, scalable way to manage damp and mould risks while building transparency and trust with residents.

Real Results from the Sector

Housing providers are already seeing the impact of this approach.

Chris Roberts, Sustainability Manager at Plus Dane Housing, explains:

“Although the Vericon system has only been live for a matter of months, we are already seeing positive results. With the ability to proactively monitor, manage, and evaluate humidity levels within our properties, we can prevent the build-up of damp and mould and all of the problems they bring. Vericon’s ongoing service and support has been first class.”

At Raven Housing Trust, Vericon’s technology is forming the backbone of a proof of concept designed to scale:

“The integration of the BCM, MultiDot, and Autofill technologies has empowered us to proactively monitor and manage damp and mould risks across our properties… This partnership not only supports the spirit of Awaab’s Law, but it also strengthens our commitment to delivering healthier, safer homes.”
Michael Ryan, Head of Property Services, Raven Housing Trust

And at Clarion Housing Group, proactive monitoring is already changing resident outcomes:

“The MultiDot sensors have been a pivotal tool for root cause analysis… We have been able to identify hotspots and proactively reach out to these residents to improve their quality of life before it can become a bigger problem. The monthly reporting from the Vericon team means we can confidently identify properties of higher risk and effectively manage these cases with more transparency, all the way through to completion.”
Ross Wiles ACMI fCMgr, National Lead LCDM, Clarion Housing Group

These are not isolated examples. They represent a wider shift in the sector — from reactive firefighting to proactive management — enabled by connected technology.

Why Act Now

With less than a month to go, the time for planning is running out. The penalties for non-compliance are serious, but the bigger risk is to residents’ health and wellbeing. Every delay, every missed inspection, and every undocumented repair creates exposure — for providers and for families.

The good news is that solutions exist today. Vericon’s MouldSense package is already in place across the UK, delivering measurable improvements in compliance, transparency, and resident trust. By acting now, housing providers can enter this new regulatory era with confidence rather than concern.

The Clock Is Ticking

Awaab’s Law is more than legislation. It is a call to the sector to ensure that tragedies like Awaab Ishak’s never happen again. Meeting its requirements is a legal duty, but also a moral one.

The countdown is on. Don’t wait until the deadlines hit — get compliant now. Speak to our team today to see how Vericon’s MouldSense package can help you meet Awaab’s Law requirements and protect your residents – vericonsystems.com/mouldsense/

A Smarter Way to Stay Compliant

With automated reporting, photographic evidence, and date/time-stamped audit logs, Vericon makes compliance simple. Whether it’s emergency lighting, mould risk, or Legionella management, our tools give you the data you need—when you need it.

📘 Download our free guide: BREATHE EASY: A Landlord’s Guide to Awaab’s Law

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