Awaab’s Law: what contractors need to know
A practical starting point for damp and mould contractors working with social landlords in England.
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Reviewed 21 October 2026EnglandOfficial source links in every article
In force · Phase 1
Social housing in England: significant damp and mould hazards and all emergency hazards.
Scheduled · 30 November 2026
Additional significant housing hazards are scheduled to enter scope, subject to Parliamentary approval.
Consultation · Closes 18 December
Awaab’s Law requirements for private rentals are being consulted on. Final requirements and dates are not yet settled.
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Awaab’s Law Phase 2: what is changing in November 2026?
Read which additional housing hazards Phase 2 is scheduled to cover, and how contractors can prepare.
Read the article : Awaab’s Law Phase 2: what is changing in November 2026?Awaab’s Law for private rentals: proposals and next steps
Understand the October 2026 consultation and which private rental requirements are still being decided.
Read the article : Awaab’s Law for private rentals: proposals and next stepsDamp and mould job records: what evidence should you keep?
Use a practical checklist of findings, photographs, actions and follow-up records for a clearer client handover.
Read the article : Damp and mould job records: what evidence should you keep?How MouldTrace connects survey, report and remediation records
Explore how connected job information can support your team, and which responsibilities remain with the surveyor and landlord.
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