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Manchester PRS damp and mould complaints jump 41%, FOI data reveals
Data obtained by Scrubbed With Love found that complaints rose from 649 in 2021 to a peak of 918 in 2023 before easing slightly to 897 in 2024 and 759 in 2025.
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Damp and mould can cut property values by up to 20%, warn experts
Allerton Damp’s guidance showed that sorting damp through proper damp proofing could add around 10% back onto a property's value.
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Awaab’s Law takes effect, requiring social landlords to fix hazards within 24 hours
The new legislation requires social landlords to act swiftly when serious health and safety issues are identified in tenants’ homes.
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Birmingham named top UK city for property mould problems, research reveals
Data from Emperor Paint showed that Manchester ranked second with 240 searches, while Bristol and Glasgow tied for third with 200 each.
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Croydon Council prepares for Awaab’s Law addressing damp and mould
Executive Mayor of Croydon Jason Perry, said: “By improving how we deal with damp and mould we are building a housing service that listens and acts.”
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Damp and asbestos among key issues homebuyers miss by skipping surveys – Legal & General
The main problems identified were damp (22%), asbestos (18%), and lack of building regulation approval for alterations and extensions (12%).
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New guidance issued to protect renters from damp and mould
The Property Ombudsman has issued new guidance to address condensation, damp, and mould issues in rental homes.
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Citizens Advice finds nearly half of private renters in England face poor housing conditions
New research from Citizens Advice reveals 45% of private renters in England experience damp, mould, or excessive cold, with many fearing retaliation if they complain.