Housing Disrepair Claims
We have a specialist team dedicated to this area of law waiting to assist you with housing disrepair claims, tenancy deposit and arrears issues.
This service is offered nationwide from our Bury Office.
Our specialist property litigation lawyers have successfully handled numerous housing disrepair claims, as well as property damage cases, on behalf of tenants.
Our legal team can help you if you have suffered due to your landlord’s failure to carry out repairs. We specialise in housing disrepair claims and can assist in ensuring your landlord completes the necessary repairs to your home at no cost to you. Additionally, we can help secure the compensation you are legally entitled to and deserve.
We also regularly advise landlords on the consequences of failing to comply with the law and their duties to tenants regarding housing disrepair claims.
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Tenants:
Is your property in need of repair? You may be entitled to compensation through housing disrepair claims!
What is Housing Disrepair?
Your landlord has a legal duty to maintain the structure of your home and ensure the property is kept in a good state of repair and that you and other occupiers are able to live in the property safely and comfortably.
If you have notified your landlord of any of the following types of issues and they have failed to repair them within a reasonable period of time, you may be entitled to compensation:
- Damp or mould on walls, ceilings, skirting boards, flooring or ceiling
- Water damage from leaks from the roof, doors, windows, radiators, bathroom or kitchen fittings or pipework
- Defective or leaking roof, guttering downpipes or drains
- Defective or rotten windows and doors
- Defective bathroom fittings
- Internal damage to wallpaper, paint, carpets/ floorcoverings and curtains
- Defective electrical wiring, sockets or other fixtures such as extractor fans
- Defective heating systems and radiators
- Draughty doors or windows
- Defective gas and water pipe work
- Mice, rats or other pests
- Any other damage to your property no matter how minor
How much compensation are you entitled to for your housing disrepair claim?
Our specialist lawyers will consider a number of factors when evaluating your claim for compensation such as the level of stress and inconvenience suffered by occupying the property or whether you have had to move out of the property because of the disrepair. We will also consider whether damage has been caused to your personal property or belongings as a result of any disrepair.
Factors that are taken into account with a housing disrepair claim, include:
- The length of time you’ve suffered as a result of the disrepair
- Whether you have had to move into another property
- Damage to personal belongings – please keep photos and receipts if possible for any items that have been damaged as a result of disrepair
- Evidence provided to show state/ condition of the property and of any loss or damage. Again if possible take photos or videos and record damage to clothing or furniture that may need to be disposed of
- The severity of any ill health or injury caused. It is important that you keep records of visits to your GP or hospital detailing the injury or ill health
What are the risks associated with housing disrepair?
- Damage to belongings caused by escapes or ingress of water;
- Increased heating bills incurred as a result of draughty windows, humidity related issues, doors or cracks/ holes in the roof or walls;
- Coughs, colds, sickness or respiratory problems caused by ingress of water, mould and/or dampness;
- Injuries caused by dangerous or poorly maintained brickwork, joinery, plumbing and electrical installations;
- Illness or fatalities caused by an inadequately serviced central heating boiler or other gas appliances causing carbon monoxide to escape;
- Fire and electrocution risk caused by poorly maintained electrical wiring or electrical installations for which your landlord is liable.
If you have suffered damage to your personal belongings or household contents, experienced illness, injury, or stress due to your landlord’s failure to repair your home, and you want to get your property repaired and make a housing disrepair claim for compensation, please speak with one of our friendly specialist lawyers today. Our experts offer “No Win No Fee” for housing disrepair claims, meaning that if your claim is not successful, you won’t have to pay anything.
Frequently Asked Questions – Housing Disrepair
Housing disrepair refers to issues in a rented property that make it unsafe, uncomfortable, or uninhabitable. This can include problems such as damp, mould, leaking pipes, broken heating systems, or faulty electrics that have not been fixed by the landlord.
You should report any disrepair to your landlord or housing association as soon as possible, in writing if possible. Keep a copy of your complaint and any communication with your landlord. If they do not act within a reasonable time frame, you may have the right to make a claim.
You will need evidence of the disrepair, such as photos, videos, or documents showing the problems in your home. You may also need a report from an independent property surveyor who can assess the issues and confirm that the landlord is responsible for the repairs.
Each case is unique, but our expert solicitors will assess your case to ensure there is a good chance of success. We offer a free consultation where we will review your situation and help determine the strength of your claim.
You can claim for repairs to your property, any personal belongings that have been damaged, and compensation for any inconvenience, stress, or illness caused by the disrepair.
The length of time can vary depending on the complexity of the case. However, many claims can be resolved within 6 months to a year. If the case is more complicated or goes to court, it may take longer.
No. GLP Solicitors operates on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means you don’t pay anything unless your claim is successful.
Yes. You can still make a claim for housing disrepair even if you have moved out of the property. As long as the issues occurred while you were living there, you are entitled to compensation.
In most cases, the issue can be resolved without going to court. However, if your landlord refuses to settle the claim, it may be necessary to take legal action. Our solicitors will guide you through the process and represent you if the case goes to court.
You can contact us for a free consultation. We will assess your case and advise on the next steps. If we decide to move forward, we will guide you through the process, from gathering evidence to securing compensation.
The amount of compensation will depend on the severity of the disrepair and the impact it had on you. Compensation can include the cost of repairs, personal damages, and compensation for the distress or health issues caused by the disrepair.
