Our housing disrepair solicitors are available to help council and housing association tenants claim compensation for issues in your rented home.
When a rented home deteriorates or needs repair so that it is safe and acceptable to live in, it is the landlord’s obligation to ensure that a decent standard of living is maintained.
Housing disrepair usually consists of the following issues:
Yes, on a no-win-no-fee basis, our housing disrepair solicitors assist council and housing association tenants in Willesborough.
Your council or social / housing association landlord is legally required to make repairs if you rent your house. It may be aggravating if your landlord refuses to carry out maintenance on the home, and we understand how essential it is to live in a secure environment.
If your landlord refuses to address issues in your property, you may be able to claim housing disrepair compensation and get a court order forcing them to do so.
We offer No Win, No Fee representation, ensuring that if your housing claim is unsuccessful, you are not required to pay us anything.
We understand that those suffering from housing disrepairs are often not in the financial position to pay legal fees.
This is why we provide No Win, No Fee legal representation, which allows individuals to obtain the legal counsel they require without risking financial problems. If they fail, you will not be responsible for anything.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
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.
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
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
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.
Each situation is unique, but our housing disrepair solicitors will be able to tell you whether you have a claim for compensation in a relatively short period of time. The following are the requirements for a valid claim:
Our suggestion would be to contact our housing disrepair team if you suspect you may have a claim for compensation, as they will tell you whether or not you have a chance of winning your case.
In general, compensation for disrepair includes discomfort, inconvenience, pain and suffering, damage, loss of enjoyment, and physical harm. Awards are frequently provided as a rent reduction covering the duration of the disrepair. The amount of a reduction will be determined by the usual level of monthly rent paid for similar accommodation. It should not influence how much compensation a renter receives for disrepair if they receive housing benefits.
Damages can also cover the value of any personal belongings damaged by the disrepair, the cost of works you’ve had to pay for or the expense of finding alternative accommodation. Exactly how much you can claim depends on the circumstances.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
If your landlord does not meet their obligations of keeping you safe and comfortable in your home, you can take legal action against them. This would include compensation for any injuries or harm caused by the living conditions.
Our housing disrepair solicitors would generally seek to file a personal injury claim at the same time as your disrepair claim if your landlord is not fulfilling his or her duty of care toward you.
We believe that access to reliable and professional help should be available to everyone with housing disrepair concerns, which is why we work on a no-win, no-fee basis. If you think you may have an eligible claim, please don’t hesitate in contacting us.
If you reside in a council-owned property, the repairs for things like leaks and emergencies usually fall on the shoulders of the council. If they have neglected to take care of issues you’ve already brought up to them, then suing might be an option.
Making a claim may result in the court ordering the city to make the necessary repairs and pay for any associated costs.
However, before filing a claim against the council, there are a few things you must take into account. Most importantly, ensure that you have reported the problem to them and that they have not responded yet.
When you file a housing disrepair claim with the court, it can order your landlord to make the necessary repairs. You may also be compensated for various reasons, including:
Damage to belongings – You have the right to demand compensation for any items that have been damaged or destroyed as a result of the property’s poor condition. You can also claim for property damage incurred during maintenance work conducted by your landlord.
Financial loss – You can claim for financial compensation as a result of housing disrepair issues, such as your landlord failing to make repairs, if you have suffered financial loss. Note if you are in rent arrears this will impact your outcome.
Personal injury – If you have been injured as a result of your landlord’s negligence then you could make a personal injury claim. Respiratory disorders, injuries caused by falling or tripping hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other kinds of injuries are among the various sorts of injury claims that arise from disrepair. We can assist you with medical reports, expert evidence and court action proceedings.
Inconvenience – You should be compensated for all expenses, such as the inconvenience of a general disruption to your daily routine, not being able to use your house, or having to wait for repairs.
Housing disrepair can include damp, mould, condensation, leaks, drainage, flooding (internal and external i.e. the garden), repointing of brickwork, missing or loose tiles, structural cracks, insect and vermin infestation, poor ventilation, boiler issues, no running or hot water or heating.
It is always the landlord’s responsibility to fix housing disrepair, whether you are a social tenant in either a housing association or council-owned property, or a private tenant with a private landlord.
Tenants should not have to put up with unsafe or unhealthy housing conditions. The new Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation Act) means that landlords must make sure the property is fit for human habitation, and if they don’t, tenants can take legal action.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
If you are keeping up with your rent payments or have a payment plan to catch up on any arrears, your landlord cannot evict you as a Housing Association or Council House tenant. The only exception is if you make no payments at all, in which case eviction for non-payment of rent would be allowed. Even paying £1 per month would stop this from happening.
If you’re a private renter, your landlord can evict you without giving any reason by serving you with a Section 21 eviction notice. Although there are campaigns to end this practice, landlords are still legally allowed to do this in some cases. If your landlord does try to evict you, we can assist you even if they go through with it.
There is no set time frame for filing a housing disrepair claim, but it is usually in your best interest to act as quickly as possible. This is because the sooner you file a claim, the easier it will be to collect evidence and prove liability. In some cases, there may also be legal deadlines that apply to your claim. For example, if you are claiming for personal injury, you must take care of it ASAP.
If you have been diagnosed with an illness that you believe is caused by mould, you should speak to a solicitor about bringing a claim for compensation.
A landlord is allowed to leave a tenant without hot water or heating for a reasonable amount of time. What constitutes a reasonable amount of time is determined on a case-by-case basis. The most important factor to consider is the safety and well-being of the tenant. If the landlord fails to provide these services within 48 hours.
Yes, landlords are typically responsible for damp treatment. This is due to the fact that your tenancy agreement states that the landlord is responsible for maintaining the exterior and structure of your property.
If you landlord doesn’t take action against mould growth in your rental property, you could be eligible for reimbursement of medical expenses or lost items. Mould can cause a number of health problems, so it’s important to address the issue as soon as possible.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
hdrlawyers@housing-disrepair.org
0333 090 3068
