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Vericon’s Ecosystem Goes Beyond Smoke & CO for Awaab’s Law Compliance
Smoke and CO alarms are no longer enough. As housing regulations evolve—especially with the introduction of Awaab’s Law—landlords need smarter, more proactive tools to protect residents and meet compliance standards. That’s where Vericon Systems comes in.
Our connected ecosystem goes beyond traditional monitoring to offer a comprehensive suite of housing compliance technology—from mould detection and power monitoring to resident engagement and Legionella risk management.
The Vericon Ecosystem: A Unified Approach to Safer Homes
Vericon’s ecosystem is designed to help social housing providers manage multiple risks from a single platform. Each solution works together to deliver real-time insights, automate compliance, and improve resident wellbeing.
Key Components of the Ecosystem
MouldSense
Detects early signs of damp and mould—essential for Awaab’s Law compliance.
Surveyor Cube
Monitors temperature, humidity, and dew point to flag environmental risks.
PowerSense
Tracks power usage and identifies faults or outages in real time.
Emered
Automates emergency lighting tests and stores results for easy reporting.
MeterSense
Monitors district heating systems for consistent energy delivery.
LegionellaGuard
Manages Legionella risk with automated temperature checks and alerts.
HomeHub
Displays real-time updates to residents via an in-property screen.
Ventilation Monitoring
Ensures air quality and system performance through our partnership with EnviroVent.
Boiler & Heat Pump Monitoring
Tracks performance and pressure to prevent breakdowns and improve efficiency.
Why Go Beyond Smoke & CO?
Traditional alarms are reactive—they alert you after something goes wrong. Vericon’s ecosystem is proactive. It helps housing providers:
- Prevent issues before they affect residents
- Meet evolving compliance standards like Awaab’s Law
- Reduce maintenance costs and callouts
- Build stronger relationships with residents through clear communication
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
Ready to Go Beyond?
If you’re still relying solely on smoke and CO alarms, it’s time to rethink your strategy. Vericon’s ecosystem offers a smarter, safer, and more connected way to manage housing risks.
👉 Explore the full ecosystem and see how Vericon can help you go beyond smoke and CO.
G15 Recognition and Trust
We are proud to announce our specification as the heating management system provider for one of London’s prestigious G15 housing associations, delivering unmatched functionality and analytics. This endorsement from one of the capital’s largest housing groups reinforces Vericon’s position as the heating management benchmark in the social housing sector.
Would you like to find out more?
For more information about how Vericon can benefit your housing projects call 01242 582 555 or email [email protected]
Together, we can make a significant impact in combating fuel poverty and ensuring a better future for social housing.
Introducing HomeHub
Our Latest Innovation in Property Management Technology
At Vericon Systems, we are proud to introduce HomeHub, our most advanced property monitoring solution to date. We have specifically developed this sophisticated system to transform how Housing Associations and property managers oversee their residential properties, offering unprecedented insight into residents’ living environments.
Our new HomeHub system provides comprehensive environmental monitoring, assessing conditions within each property every five minutes. We recognise that daily monitoring isn’t sufficient for modern property management, which is why we’ve engineered this solution to deliver more frequent and accurate assessments, enabling early detection of issues such as damp and mould.
We’ve incorporated intelligent machine learning capabilities that we believe set new standards in property management technology. Our system learns each property’s unique heating characteristics, allowing it to accurately determine optimal heating times and efficiency. This analytical approach enables our clients to identify inefficient heating systems and inadequate insulation, facilitating data-driven decisions about property improvements and maintenance schedules.
Communication sits at the heart of our design philosophy. We’ve ensured HomeHub enables direct, efficient communication between property managers and residents, with our multi-language support ensuring clear understanding across diverse communities. Our innovative Track My Repair feature provides transparent maintenance tracking, complete with milestone updates and comprehensive audit logs accessible to both residents and property managers.
As our Managing Director Bernard Cook explains, “We’ve specifically designed HomeHub to promote resident engagement and provide housing providers with a deeper understanding of their tenant’s environment. Our system’s intelligent analytics and AI learning capabilities automatically alert both landlords and residents to potential issues, providing recommended actions and enabling proactive property management.”
We’ve included practical applications that address the core needs of property management:
- Our automated notifications for boiler performance issues
- Our scheduling assistance for annual gas safety checks
- Our real-time environmental condition monitoring
- Our comprehensive maintenance tracking and reporting
We’re particularly proud of HomeHub’s remote update capability, which ensures our system remains current with evolving property management requirements. We’ve designed this feature to make HomeHub a sustainable long-term investment for our clients seeking to modernise their operations.
Our team has developed HomeHub to represent a significant advancement in residential property management technology. By combining environmental monitoring, communication tools, and maintenance tracking in one integrated system, we provide the comprehensive oversight necessary for effective modern property management.
We understand the challenges facing Housing Associations and property managers today. That’s why we’ve created HomeHub as a professional, reliable solution that meets the complex demands of contemporary property management. We’re confident that our system will help our clients enhance their operational efficiency whilst improving resident satisfaction.
Would you like to find out more?
To learn more about how HomeHub can transform your property management operations, please contact our team call 01242 582 555 or email [email protected]
Together, we can make a significant impact in combating fuel poverty and ensuring a better future for social housing.
Managing Reactive Maintenance Costs
Managing Reactive Maintenance CostsÂ
Our AI-driven approach is transforming reactive maintenance costs across the housing sector. Through intelligent diagnostics and remote management, we’ve prevented hundreds of unnecessary call-outs, delivering roughly £120 savings per incident. With our extensive heating management expertise, and data from all makes and models of boilers and heat pumps, we’re now harnessing Productive AI to target even greater cost reductions and create proactive maintenance programs.
Would you like to find out more?
For more information about how Vericon can benefit your housing projects call 01242 582 555 or email [email protected]
Together, we can make a significant impact in combating fuel poverty and ensuring a better future for social housing.
The Connected Data Revolution: Transforming Social Housing
Executive Summary
The social housing sector faced unprecedented change in 2024, with new regulatory requirements and operational challenges demanding strategic responses. This piece examines how connected solutions can help housing providers:
- Achieve operational excellence while managing costs
- Meet enhanced regulatory requirements
- Improve resident satisfaction and engagement
- Drive sustainable performance improvements
- Deliver measurable returns on investment
As we begin 2025, the UK social housing sector faces unprecedented change with the introduction of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. According to recent analysis, these changes are reshaping how housing providers operate and serve their communities, making connected solutions more crucial than ever.
The Current Social Housing Landscape
The Regulator of Social Housing notes that providers must deliver both more and better social homes against a backdrop of higher borrowing costs and increased regulatory requirements. This challenge makes the adoption of connected solutions not just beneficial, but essential.
Why Connected Solutions Matter for Social Housing Providers
Meeting Regulatory Requirements
From 1 April 2024, social housing regulation has changed significantly. Connected solutions help providers:
- Monitor compliance with new consumer standards
- Generate automated regulatory reporting
- Track building safety requirements
- Maintain digital audit trailsÂ
Addressing Core Challenges
Recent research identifies key areas where connected solutions can make a difference:
- Property management
- ESG & sustainability
- Fuel poverty
- Asset management
- Customer service
Improving Operational Efficiency
Housing providers report that digital transformation is driving:
- Better operational efficiency
- Enhanced tenant experiences
- Improved maintenance planning
- More effective resource allocation
Impact on Social Housing Operations
Building Safety and Compliance
Connected solutions support:
- Real-time monitoring of critical systems
- Automated safety checks
- Immediate fault detection
- Compliance documentation
Resident Welfare
Housing associations are discovering that digital solutions help:
- Monitor environmental conditions – MultiDOT
- Detect damp and mould early – Surveyor Cube
- Track heating efficiency – BCM
- Support vulnerable residents – HomeHub
Maintenance and Emergency Repairs
Recent data shows that maintenance and repair costs in the social housing sector increased by 15% from 2023 to 2024. Connected solutions can help address these rising costs through:
- Predictive maintenance scheduling
- Remote monitoring capabilities
- Early fault detection
- Automated pressure management
Research indicates that under-pressure boiler faults are the most common reason for emergency maintenance requests, leading to significant operational costs. Connected solutions help providers:
- Monitor boiler pressure in real-time
- Identify potential issues before they become emergencies
- Reduce unnecessary emergency call-outs
- Schedule preventative maintenance more effectively
Housing providers report that reactive maintenance approaches are increasingly unsustainable, making the shift to connected, preventative solutions essential for:
- Reducing emergency repair costs
- Improving resident satisfaction
- Extending asset lifespans
- Optimising maintenance resources
Cost Management
Recent analysis shows that while operating margins for social housing providers have improved to 19.3% in 2023-24, connected solutions remain crucial for:
- Optimising operational expenditure
- Reducing reactive maintenance costs
- Improving void management efficiency
- Enhancing resource allocation
- Streamlining administrative processes
- Maximising return on investment
- Supporting evidence-based financial planning
The Path Forward
Industry data shows that while only 31% of social housing providers have implemented a digital transformation strategy, over 50% recognise its importance. Key developments include:
Data-Driven Decision Making
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- Asset performance monitoring
- Predictive maintenance
- Resource optimisation
- Compliance tracking
Resident Engagement
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- Digital communications platforms
- Service request tracking
- Community engagement tools
- Feedback mechanisms
Environmental Sustainability
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- Energy usage monitoring
- Carbon footprint reduction
- Smart heating controls
Strategic Value and ROI
Recent analysis reveals that while organisations typically realise 67% of potential financial gains from digital investments, strategic planning can significantly improve returns. Key value drivers include:
Financial Impact
- Reduced operational costs
- Optimised maintenance scheduling
- Improved void turnaround times
- Enhanced rent collection rates
- Better resource utilisation
Operational Benefits
Research shows that connected solutions deliver:
- Streamlined workflow management
- Automated compliance reporting
- Real-time performance monitoring
- Enhanced data-driven decision making
- Improved service delivery metrics
Risk Management
- Proactive maintenance planning
- Enhanced regulatory compliance
- Better safety monitoring
- Improved financial forecasting
- Strengthened governance frameworks
Performance Metrics
Track success through:
- Customer satisfaction scores
- Response time improvements
- Maintenance cost reduction
- Void period duration
- Regulatory compliance rates
- Staff productivity gains
Implementation Strategies
For social housing providers embarking on digital transformation, research indicates that success depends on:
Strategic Investment Planning
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- Prioritise initiatives based on ROI
- Align with regulatory requirements
- Focus on scalable solutions
- Establish clear governance frameworks
Operational Excellence
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- Implement data-driven decision making
- Streamline core business processes
- Develop robust risk management
- Enhance resource optimisation
Change Management
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- Comprehensive training programmes
- Clear communication strategies
- Regular stakeholder engagement
- Cultural transformation support
Performance Monitoring
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- Define measurable outcomes
- Track regulatory compliance
- Monitor financial metrics
- Assess service delivery KPIs
On a larger scale, data helps social housing organisations make quicker and smarter decisions. It provides valuable insights into communities, highlighting crucial demographic information.
Andy Greenhorn, National Sales Director at Vericon Systems
Conclusion
As the sector faces increasing pressures, from funding constraints to regulatory requirements, connected solutions offer a path forward. They enable social housing providers to meet their obligations more efficiently while improving services for residents.
The future of UK social housing lies in connected, data-driven operations that support both regulatory compliance and resident welfare. For providers yet to embrace digital transformation, the time to act is now – not just to meet current challenges, but to build a foundation for future success in social housing delivery.
Would you like to find out more?
For more information about how Vericon can benefit your housing projects call 01242 582 555 or email [email protected]
Together, we can make a significant impact in combating fuel poverty and ensuring a better future for social housing.