Ventilation
“Awaab’s Law makes it clear that landlords must not attribute damp and mould to tenant lifestyle. Everyday activities such as cooking, bathing and laundry inevitably generate moisture, and ventilation systems must be designed to manage this consistently.”
tenant repairs. These small actions can lead to big problems - including recurring damp, mould regrowth and repeat callouts. A lockable isolation plate helps landlords maintain consistent airfl ow, reduce avoidable repairs, minimise repeat visits and support healthier indoor environments.
The Lockable Fan Isolation Plate benefi ts from the wider GridPro platform, including: • •
25-year warranty for long-term reliability
Antibacterial & antiviral certifi cation for healthier environments
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• Laser-etched markings that won’t fade
BSI Kitemarked components for independently verifi ed safety
Modular design that simplifi es maintenance and stock management
It also complements the existing electrical accessories typically installed within RSL dwellings, supporting consistency across upgrades, planned maintenance and damp-and-mould improvement programmes.
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A fl exible, future-proof option for landlords
The product is supplied as a bespoke confi guration, giving RSLs the fl exibility to specify exactly what they need for each property type. This is particularly valuable as Awaab’s Law expands to cover additional hazards - including excess cold, electrical safety, structural risks and fi re safety - through 2026 and 2027. A modular, adaptable electrical infrastructure helps landlords stay ahead of these changes.
Awaab’s Law has reshaped expectations around damp and mould management. While ventilation is only one part of the solution, ensuring fans remain active, safe and tamper-resistant is a practical step Housing Associations can take today.
Click Scolmore’s Lockable Fan Isolation Plate
off ers a simple, robust and future-proof way to support healthier homes - and to help landlords meet the operational demands of this new regulatory era.
Retrofi t-ready for existing stock
Jake Green, head of technical engagement Scolmore Group, said: “While many ventilation upgrades are introduced during new-build programmes, RSLs also
need practical options for existing homes. The Lockable Fan Isolation Plate can be retrofi tted by simply replacing a standard fan isolator switch, making it a cost-eff ective addition to planned maintenance works or damp and mould improvement programmes.
“We understand that this product is not going to cure all problems when it comes to damp and mould. However, this part-solution provides RSLs with peace of mind that their properties are on the right path to compliance with Awaab’s Law. The added benefi t is that it can be installed quickly and easily as a direct replacement for an existing fan isolator, helping ensure airfl ow is maintained at all times.”
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