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Plain guides on building work, repairs and the rules behind them. Every fact is checked against GOV.UK, legislation.gov.uk or the Planning Portal, and each guide lists its sources.

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Awaab's Law: what it means for damp and mould repairs

Who Awaab's Law applies to, the repair timeframes it sets for social landlords, what is known about each phase, and where private renting stands.

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  • Damp and mould
  • Landlords
  • Social housing
  • Regulations

Void property turnaround: a practical checklist

A practical checklist for turning round an empty rental home, with the gas, electrical and alarm checks landlords must have in place for the next tenant.

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  • Voids
  • Landlords
  • Social housing
  • Regulations

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