Regulated Legal Team
Driscoll Kingston & Co Limited
Legal work is provided by Driscoll Kingston & Co Limited, authorised and regulated by the SRA (839699).
SRA-regulated housing solicitors
Housing Disrepair Solicitors
Living with damp, mould, leaks or heating problems your landlord has not resolved? Driscoll Kingston & Co Limited helps tenants in England understand their repair, complaint and compensation options. Awaab's Law gives eligible social tenants time-limited protection for emergency hazards and significant damp and mould.
Free Consultation
England housing claims
Awaab's Law Phase 1
24 Hours
Investigate and make emergency hazards safe
10 Working Days
Investigate significant damp and mould
After the investigation, separate deadlines apply to making the home safe, providing a written summary and progressing further work.
Our Expertise & Credentials
Clear provider information, careful eligibility checks and transparent funding are central to our service.
Specialist Practice
Dedicated Housing Team
Our housing team assesses damp, mould, leaks, heating failures and other housing-condition concerns.
Pre-Action Protocol
Established Legal Process
Where appropriate, we follow the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims (England).
No Win, No Fee
Conditional Fee Agreement
Eligible claims may be funded by a Conditional Fee Agreement. Success fees, insurance and other deductions can apply; terms are explained before instruction.
Legal Standards We Enforce
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
Section 11 requires landlords to keep the structure and exterior of dwellings in repair, including installations for water, gas, electricity, sanitation, and heating.
Social Housing Regulation Act 2023
Awaab's Law Phase 1 applies to relevant social housing in England: emergency hazards must be investigated and made safe within 24 hours, while significant damp and mould must be investigated within 10 working days before further duties apply.
Check Whether We Can Help
Get a free, no-obligation consultation. Whether you're dealing with damp, mould, a broken boiler, or structural problems — we'll assess your case and explain your options.
- Free initial consultation – no cost, no commitment
- Conditional Fee Agreements may be available for eligible claims
- We aim to respond within one working day
- Legal services provided by an SRA-regulated firm
- We explain legal claims and free complaint routes
Did you know? Under the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims (England), parties are expected to exchange information and try to resolve suitable claims before court proceedings. Different or urgent routes may apply.
Free Claim Assessment
Hazards We Fight Against
Under the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023, your landlord must address health risks within strict legal deadlines. If they've failed to act, you may be entitled to compensation.
24-hour emergency action required
Damp & Mould
Category 1 Hazard — 24-Hour Emergency Rule
Specific Legal Terminology
Persistent condensationPenetrating dampToxic black mould (Stachybotrys)
Tenant Health Impact
Respiratory issues from mycotoxins, asthma attacks, skin conditions
Emergency action in cold weather
Heating Failures
Phase 2 Prescribed Hazard — Excess Cold
Specific Legal Terminology
Excess coldFaulty boiler systemsInadequate insulation
Tenant Health Impact
Imminent health risks for vulnerable tenants, hypothermia risk
Immediate investigation required
Fire & Electrical Hazards
Structural & Safety Risks
Specific Legal Terminology
Electrical faultsFire safety non-complianceStructural instability
Tenant Health Impact
Carbon monoxide risks, fire safety breach, dangerous wiring
Prescribed requirements apply
Contamination & Waste
Environmental Health Risks
Specific Legal Terminology
Lead in water pipesWastewater leaksInadequate ventilation
Tenant Health Impact
Lead contamination, sewage exposure, poor air quality
Why Choose Us?
We provide regulated legal assessments for tenants in England and explain legal claims alongside free complaint and redress routes. Case acceptance and funding depend on the facts.
Current Legal Guidance
We distinguish Awaab's Law duties from wider housing-condition claims and assess which rules apply to your circumstances.
We Act Fast
We identify urgent safety concerns and explain appropriate legal, complaint and emergency routes without promising a particular outcome.
No Win, No Fee
Eligible cases may use a Conditional Fee Agreement. We explain possible success-fee and insurance deductions before you decide.
SRA-regulated Provider
Legal services are provided by Driscoll Kingston & Co Limited, SRA number 839699.
Dedicated Case Handler
A personal case handler guides you through every step, keeping you informed and supported throughout.
Evidence-led Assessment
We consider the tenancy, landlord notice, repair history, evidence, losses and available remedies before advising on next steps.
