If you live in a council home, social housing or housing association property, your landlord is required by law to make sure that it meets all standards for human habitation and is in proper working order.
If your rented property is in disrepair or needs repairs to make it safe and suitable for living, it is your landlord’s responsibility to maintain a reasonable standard of living.
Housing disrepair usually consists of the following issues:
Council Tenant
We had been waiting for 12 months for the damp to be repaired by the council but got nowhere. We were told by a friend that this company could help and within 6 months we received compensation for damages & all the damp and mould was removed.
Council Tenant
My flat was repaired in time for my child’s birth and I received rent refunds and compensation. The team were very helpful and understanding of my dangerous situation.
Housing Association Tenant
Couldn’t leave any clothes in any of the bedrooms due to dampness and mould, our clothes, possessions & electronics were ruined and not to mention the huge amounts of stress this caused over the years. I am so grateful for your help with getting my property repaired for me & the financial compensation awarded to me has changed my life. Thank you so much
The condition of a property that a landlord rents to their tenants is called “disrepair.” Disrepair means that the property has fallen into disarray or is not as well-maintained as it was when the tenant first moved in.
Disrepair claims against landlords may include recoverable compensation for the necessary repairs, as well as damages for inconvenience and any personal injuries, like asthma, that result from problems such as damp or mold.
Our company specializes in helping tenants of Councils and Housing Associations with disrepair problems. If you are experiencing any issues that are causing you distress, inconvenience, or health problems as a result of substandard living conditions, our team can help.
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If your landlord refuses to make repairs on your property that they are responsible for, you may be able to claim compensation. nTo be accepted for a claim, you must first notify your landlord of the problem and provide evidence. We can aid you with this procedure if your landlord has neglected to correct a problem within reasonable time limits. If your landlord fails to fulfill their obligations, you can sue them.
Housing disrepair claims can be made either during your tenancy or after your tenancy, however, you must make the claim within 6 years of the date that you provided notice to your landlord about the disrepair. Personal injury claims must be made within 3 years of received notice.
It’s crucial to remember that your landlord may not be held liable for repairs resulting from your carelessness or doing something unreasonable. We currently do not accept private landlord claims as a general rule, because if you’ve used a letting agency or your landlord is an individual we can’t help you.
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If you file a disrepair claim against your landlord, the court can order them to make repairs. Additionally, depending on the severity of conditions and other extenuating factors, you may also be eligible for monetary compensation. Typically, this is awarded for:
Damage to belongings – compensation for any belongings that have been damaged or destroyed as a result of the poor condition of the property. You can also claim for damage to belongings that were caused during repairs that your landlord made.
Financial loss – If your landlord has caused you financial loss owing to a lack of maintenance, you may be eligible to claim compensation. If you are in arrears on your rent, this will have an impact on your case.
Personal injury – If you have been injured as a result of your landlord’s negligence then you could make a personal injury claim. This could include respiratory problems as a result of damp or mould, injuries as a result of slipping or tripping hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning and other types of injuries. We can assist you with medical reports, expert evidence and court action proceedings.
Inconvenience – Occasionally, accidents happen that require repairs to be made in your home. This can cause significant inconvenience, and we want to help by compensating you for the disruption to your daily life.
Currently, we focus on claims against your local council, local authority, social housing and housing associations. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept cases from renters against private landlords.
The process of making a claim against your landlord is quite complicated, so you’ll need the help of a legal professional. If you’re considering making a claim, the first thing to do is speak with an expert about your specific situation to see if it meets the requirements for filing a claim.
The pre-action protocol is a set of steps you must take before filing a claim. By law, if you’re looking to file a housing conditions claim, you must first go through the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims. This involves taking actions such as trying Alternative Dispute Resolution and requesting specific documents from your landlord. If you don’t follow these procedures correctly, it could result in negative consequences later on down the line.
If your landlord fails to respond you your letter of claim or the response is not satisfactory then you can issue proceedings by applying to the county court.
We understand how stressful and inconvenient it may be to live in housing that is in need of repair, which is why we are here to assist you. Our team of attorneys has a specialization in housing law and is highly skilled when it comes to dealing with disrepair claims as well as personal injury claims. With their experience, you can obtain the assistance and compensation you deserve.
Housing disrepair cases are very complex, this is why it is highly recommended that you seek the assistance of a legal professional to help you with your case. As specialist housing disrepair lawyers, we know exactly what it takes to make a successful claim based on the repair issues.
We can get started on assessing your case so that we may discover the specifics and see whether you are qualified to file a housing disrepair lawsuit. From here, our staff can offer you with dependable legal counsel about what your next actions should be. If you decide to proceed with your claim, our team will assist you throughout the procedure, including ensuring that you follow the pre-action protocol, submitting your claim, gathering all of the necessary evidence, and defending you at your hearing.
Our solicitors will be there for you throughout the entire process. For more information about the services that we offer, contact our team today on 0333 050 9030
If you are living in poor housing conditions and your rented property falls below a reasonable living standard, then you may be eligible to bring a claim against your social or private landlord for work to be carried out and for compensation for losses suffered.
Living in a poorly maintained rental home might be embarrassing and inconvenient, but it may also have significant health, financial, and security ramifications at worst. Many landlords, local authorities, and housing associations are conscientious and make sure that repairs and maintenance are completed promptly and to high standards. However , they merely demonstrate how bad landowners and social housing providers are getting away with negligence that has serious consequences for renters.
Our goal is to defend your rights by ensuring that repairs are performed in accordance with the terms of your tenancy, and that you are compensated if you have been left vulnerable or out of pocket as a result of their inaction.
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We offer NO WIN, NO FEE claims to all housing disrepair cases involving council or housing association landlords.
Whether you are a first-time or repeat plaintiff, whether your landlord is the local authority council or a housing association, if they fail to fulfil their duty of ensuring that you are safe and comfortable in your home, you may sue them for not protecting your rights. Personal injury claims are generally filed simultaneously with this.
We feel that all individuals should have access to dependable and professional help with their housing disrepair problems, which is why we work on a no-lose, no-fee basis. However, if you are a private tenant, we can’t assist you; however, you still have rights and we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the Tenant’s Act before taking legal action or seeking advice from a company that specializes in representing private tenants who pay their legal expenses on a no-win, no-fee basis.
This means that if you lose your case, you won’t be charged legal costs for our services. You won’t need to pay any up-front costs, instead, if your case is successful the payment will simply be deducted from the compensation that you receive. A ‘no win no fee basis, is formally known as a conditional fee agreement. We are regulated by the solicitors regulation authority, we are not middlemen nor are we a claims management company so by working with us directly you will receive the best possible service.
The compensation awarded for housing disrepair claims varies from case to case. Compensation is calculated based on several factors including:
In some cases, if your property is completely uninhabitable, you could be awarded 100% of the cost of your rent for the duration of time that the issue has persisted, however, this is unusual. Generally, you can expect to receive between 25% to 50% of your rent in compensation.
Yes, our housing disrepair solicitors operate on a NO WIN, NO FEE basis providing that your landlord is either a local council or a housing association. Contact us now for for more information.
Yes, every tenant has the right to a safe home. If your landlord fails to make necessary repairs, you may be eligible for a legal aid compensation claim for property damage, personal injury, financial loss, or annoyance if you cannot live in your residence as a result of their negligence. Our housing disrepair solicitors will need to see a copy of the tenancy agreement with the terms included on request.
If you live in a rental property and have complained to your landlord about its condition, you may be eligible for compensation through a housing disrepair claim. You must give the landlord time to repair any issues; however, if they fail to do so, you can then file a claim.
Housing disrepair usually consists of the following issues:
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