From October 2025, all social housing providers — including councils and housing associations across Cheshire — will be legally required to meet strict new response times for damp and mould under Awaab’s Law.
Named in memory of Awaab Ishak, the two-year-old who tragically died due to prolonged exposure to mould in a social housing flat, the new law places a clear legal duty on landlords to act quickly, thoroughly, and preventatively when damp or mould is reported.
At Weather Wise Solutions, we’re helping Cheshire housing providers prepare for these changes with proactive surveys, ventilation upgrades, and fully compliant remedial works — all delivered by CPD-qualified damp specialists and members of the Federation of Damp.
📜 What Is Awaab’s Law?
Under the new law, landlords must:
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Investigate damp and mould reports within 14 calendar days
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Begin appropriate repairs within a further 7 days
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Complete all necessary works within a maximum of 21 days
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Provide clear written communication with tenants throughout
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Escalate persistent or complex issues with specialist assessment
More details can be found on the GOV.UK guidance for Awaab’s Law.
🏘️ Common Risks in Cheshire Homes
Cheshire’s housing stock includes a mix of post-war flats, terraced homes, and rural cottages — many with poor ventilation, ageing plumbing, or solid brick walls prone to cold bridging. These factors make condensation, black mould, and hidden damp common issues.
Signs your property portfolio may be at risk:
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Reports of black mould in bathrooms or bedrooms
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Persistent musty smells despite cleaning
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Windows with no trickle vents
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Properties with no extractor fans or fans not ducted outside
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Poorly insulated or over-clad properties that trap internal moisture
🛠️ How Weather Wise Supports Compliance
We work directly with housing providers across Cheshire, including Cheshire East, Crewe, Macclesfield, and Winsford, to:
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Carry out full ventilation assessments and airflow testing
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Recommend or install PIV and dMEV systems
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Deliver salt-neutralising plastering and tanking where needed
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Provide reports suitable for housing audits and tenant communication through Qualified Surveyors
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Offer insurance-backed guarantees for remedial work
All work is carried out by trained operatives who hold CPD qualifications in Dampness in Buildings, ensuring best practice and long-term solutions.
We also follow all guidance from the Damp Proofing Association.
🧾 Landlord Readiness Checklist
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Have all your housing officers been trained on damp and mould indicators?
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Are you logging all tenant reports and inspections systematically?
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Do you have a panel of qualified contractors for damp and mould response?
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Can you demonstrate compliance for audits or legal queries?
📞 Book a Free Compliance Survey here with Weather Wise Solutions – helping Cheshire landlords stay one step ahead of Awaab’s Law.