Mould and Damp Claims: Compensation for Your Health & Home

Damp and Mould are More Than Just Unsightly

Damp and mould are classified as a 'Category 1 Hazard' under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) – the same level of risk as asbestos. Exposure can lead to serious health problems, especially for children and those with respiratory conditions.

Types of Damp Your Landlord Must Fix:

• Penetrating Damp: Water leaking through the walls or roof from outside.
• Rising Damp: Groundwater moving up through the walls from the ground.
• Condensation Damp: Often caused by poor ventilation, insulation, or faulty heating which are the landlord's responsibility to ensure are adequate.

Your Right to Claim for Mould and Damp

If you've reported damp and your landlord has failed to resolve the underlying cause, you can claim compensation. This can cover:

• Damage to your health.
• Damage to your belongings (clothes, furniture, carpets).
• The stress and inconvenience of living in these conditions.

Under 'Awaab's Law', social landlords now have strict deadlines to respond to and fix serious hazards like mould.