AWAAB’S LAW COMPLIANCE
Protecting tenants, meeting legal duties, and ensuring safe homes across the UK
Awaab’s Law sets strict deadlines for addressing damp and mould in social housing. At Cato Services, we are fully equipped and compliant to deliver fast, effective, and evidence-based solutions. Our approach safeguards tenants, supports landlords in meeting their obligations, and ensures properties remain safe, habitable, and compliant with the law.
RAPID DAMP & MOULD REMEDIATION
We respond quickly to reported issues, ensuring risks are identified, contained, and resolved within legal timeframes.
COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE
Our processes are aligned with statutory requirements, providing full documentation and evidence for audit and reporting.
TENANT-CENTRED APPROACH
We prioritise the safety, health, and wellbeing of tenants while delivering remedial works with minimal disruption.
PARTNERSHIP WITH PROVIDERS
Trusted by housing associations and local authorities, we support providers in building safer, healthier homes.
FULL COMPLIANCE
Aligned fully with Awaab’s Law standards.
EVIDENCE-BASED REPORTING
Clear documentation for every case.
TENANT-FIRST APPROACH
Protecting health, safety, and wellbeing.
TRUSTED BY PROVIDERS
Working with leading UK housing groups.
WHO WE SERVE
Fast, safe, and fully compliant damp and mould remediation
Awaab’s Law requires social housing landlords to investigate and fix reported issues of damp and mould within strict statutory deadlines. This legislation was introduced to protect tenants after the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, ensuring that no family should live in unsafe housing conditions.
At Cato Services, we are fully equipped to support housing associations and local authorities in meeting these obligations. We have dedicated teams trained in damp and mould remediation who deliver fast, safe, and compliant responses to reported cases.
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Rapid assessment of reported issues.
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Containment of risks to protect tenant health and safety.
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Evidence-based remedial works delivered by trained professionals.
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Clear documentation and compliance reporting for providers.
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Ongoing monitoring and advice to prevent recurrence.
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Our tenant-centred approach ensures that remedial works are carried out with sensitivity and minimal disruption to those affected. At the same time, we provide landlords with the reassurance that every case is resolved within legal timeframes and supported by evidence for audit and reporting purposes.
Cato Services already works with major housing providers, including Mears Group, Riverside, One Housing, and The Home Group, delivering compliance-led services that meet the highest standards. By choosing us, providers can be confident that they are meeting both their legal obligations and their duty of care to tenants.
Our expertise in Awaab’s Law compliance sits alongside our broader facilities management offering, enabling us to deliver integrated solutions that protect both people and properties. Whether it is part of a wider planned maintenance programme or a standalone response service, Cato Services is a trusted partner in delivering safer homes and stronger communities.
OUR CLIENTS
We believe every client Is a valuable long-term partner
MEARS GROUP PLC
We partner with Mears Group PLC, a leading UK provider of housing and care services. Our facilities management and compliance solutions keep their homes safe and high-quality.
RIVERSIDE GROUP
We work with Riverside Group to deliver compliance, refurbishment, and repairs. Our services support safe homes, protect assets, and improve tenant wellbeing.
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7H HOTELS GROUP
Cato Services provides facilities management solutions to 7H Hotels Group, ensuring smooth operations, compliance, and safe environments that enhance guest experience and protect brand reputation.
THE HOME GROUP
Home Group is one of the UK’s largest housing associations. We support them with compliance, planned maintenance, and repairs, helping deliver safe and sustainable homes for residents.
ONE HOUSING
We work with One Housing to provide facilities management tailored to residents’ needs. From minor repairs to major works, we ensure properties remain safe, compliant, and welcoming.
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