If you live in Upper Pennington or any other UK city, our solicitors are here to help if your property has become unlivable due to disrepair – we can help you start a housing disrepair claim. This is often referred to as filing a housing disrepair claim.

With our “no win, no fee” policy, you have nothing to lose by initiating the process. Simply give us a call at 0333 090 3068 or fill out the form below and let’s get started!

Tenants are generally protected by an implied term in their tenancy agreement that requires landlords to take responsibility for structural repairs, such as rising damp. This means that the landlord is typically responsible for resolving these situations.

Are you exasperated and out of pocket due to the undesirable state of your house? A housing disrepair claim could be an ideal solution for issues such as mould, electrical flaws, or structural deterioration. You may even be able to reclaim rent payments made during restorations depending on the conditions! Claiming financial compensation from your landlord is worth looking into – don’t let a faulty living space hold you back any longer.

Taking swift action is always the wisest move when initiating a housing disrepair claim since it simplifies gathering evidence and ascertaining fault. Additionally, there may be legal deadlines that you should pay attention to; for example, if your case involves personal injury claims then these must be addressed in due course. If you believe any sickness or medical issues have been caused by mould present at home, consult with a lawyer promptly regarding seeking compensation.

Have you ever wondered what causes damp and mould to accumulate in your home? The answer is too much moisture. Leaky pipes, roofs or windows that allow rain into the house, as well as simply using water on a freshly built structure can lead to mould growth. To prevent any potentially harmful consequences of this accumulation, it’s essential to take these factors seriously into account if you want a healthy living environment.

English law mandates that your landlord supplies you with a steady supply of heat and hot water at all times. As such, tenants have the right to access central heating systems or space heating devices in each area of their rental home. Moreover, the reliable availability of boiling hot water is also critical and should be made available as well.

It is the responsibility of your landlord to keep a comfortable living space, which includes ensuring that heating systems and hot water services are running effectively. If they provide electric heaters, then those must be working correctly as well. Should you encounter any issues with your heating system or hot water heater, it is up to the landlord to resolve them – their commitment entails repairs and covering associated costs!

If your roof or ceiling endures damage due to a covered risk, then you can rest assured that your home owners insurance will cover the related destruction. Generally speaking, open perils policies provide coverage for any risks not explicitly excluded from the policy.

It is the landlord’s responsibility to make sure that the property they have rented out meets all safety requirements and is suitable for human occupancy. If any water damage has occurred due to a leak, it is also their duty to repair said damage promptly.

In the majority of cases, your landlord cannot terminate your tenancy until their responsibility to address an issue is completed. Yet if they have failed to deal with a problem that renders living in the house undesirable for you and your family, then it may be necessary to leave earlier than initially arranged. Even though this property can provide acceptable shelter for people, these conditions would give you reasonable cause for taking action.

Despite the fact that rental agreements may indicate tenants are liable for repairs, Council & Housing association landlords have a responsibility to pay and oversee exterior repair costs; including broken windows or doors. When these elements become damaged it can not only bring about problems such as mould and damp but also be an issue in terms of safety.

Landlords should guarantee that all external windows and doors can properly close for robust security, plus are free of dampness or draught. Additionally, any deteriorated sealants, shattered door handles or locks, defective window frames, impaired hinges or broken glass must be remedied right away to maintain safety standards.

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 (Section 11), landlords are mandated to take on most of the external and structural repairs required for their leased property, regardless of how they may affect its structure or appearance. This obligation is uniform across all sorts of necessary improvements.

As a renter, it is the landlord’s responsibility to guarantee that both your rental property and its vicinity are secure. Your tenancy agreement may consist of basic tasks such as replacing light bulbs; however, structural repair costs should not be on you. All expenses regarding these matters will be taken care of by your landlord.