New Law on Damp and Mould: What Roofing Contractors Need to Know
Posted on 28th November 2024
The roofing industry is facing significant changes with the expansion of Awaab's Law to the private rental sector. As your trusted roofing supplies partner, we want to ensure you're fully prepared for these new requirements.
Understanding Awaab's Law
The legislation, originally introduced in July 2023, was created following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak from mould exposure in his family's social housing property.
Now extending to private rentals through the Renters' Rights Bill, this law sets strict timeframes for addressing damp and mould issues.
Key Timeframes
Under the new legislation, landlords must adhere to strict response times when tenants report issues with damp and mould. These mandatory timeframes mean that contractors need to be ready to respond quickly to support landlords in meeting their legal obligations:
Investigation Period: 2 weeks
Repair Completion: 1 additional week
Emergency Hazards: 24-hour response required
With an estimated 962,000 to 6.5 million English households affected by damp and mould issues, these new requirements will significantly impact the industry's workload and operations.
Essential Products Available at Roofbase
To help you meet these new requirements efficiently, Roofbase maintains comprehensive stock levels of all essential ventilation products.
Roof Tile Vents
Your local Roofbase stocks a comprehensive range of tile vents compatible with different roof types and styles. Visit us to ensure you have sufficient quantities on hand for emergency requests.
Ventilation Materials
You will find an extensive range of ventilation solutions at your nearest Roofbase branch, including ridge vents, soffit vents, and mechanical ventilation components. We maintain high stock levels to support your urgent project needs.
Operational Changes
With the introduction of strict timeframes for addressing damp and mould issues, contractors will need to adapt their business operations. Here are key areas to consider when preparing your business for these new requirements:
Response Protocols
Develop clear procedures for handling emergency calls and establish a system to assess the urgency of damp and mould cases.
Mobile Stock Levels
Increase the quantity of essential materials carried in service vehicles to enable immediate responses to emergency situations without returning to base.
Emergency Response Procedures
Consider creating dedicated emergency response teams and establish clear communication channels for urgent cases requiring 24-hour attention.
Case Prioritisation
Implement a robust scheduling system that can accommodate emergency cases while maintaining existing commitments to other clients.
Professional Responsibilities
As roofing professionals, we play a crucial role in preventing and addressing damp and mould issues. Proper roof ventilation and water ingress prevention are essential aspects of maintaining healthy living spaces.
Looking Ahead
The implementation of secondary legislation is expected later this year, bringing these requirements into full force. Now is the time to prepare your business for these changes and ensure you can meet the new demanding timeframes while maintaining the high-quality service your customers expect.
All Roofbase branches stock a comprehensive range of tile vents compatible with different roof types and styles. Visit your local Roofbase to ensure you have sufficient quantities on hand for emergency requests.
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