If your home has become unlivable due to necessary repairs and you live in Cubitt-Town or any other city within the UK, our experienced lawyers are here to help. We make it simple for you to begin a housing disrepair claim – often referred as filing a housing disrepair suit – so that your property can be restored quickly and safely.

Our ‘no win, no fee‘ policy means that the entire process is free of charge to you. Call us on 0333 090 3068 to start the process or fill in the form below.

As a tenant, you can rely on your landlord to handle the problem of rising damp. This is due to an implicit agreement in their tenancy contract that makes them liable for maintaining and repairing both the structure and external parts of your residence.

If the condition of your home has caused you distress and financial hardship, like issues with damp, mildew, faulty electricity or structural damage – then it’s possible that you could be eligible for compensation from your landlord.

Plus, depending on the situation at hand, there may even be a chance of recovering some of the rent that was paid prior to the repairs being carried out. A housing disrepair claim can cover numerous problematic areas in residential properties; so don’t hesitate to take advantage!

There is no particular expiration of time for lodging a housing disrepair claim, yet it’s wise to act quickly. If you make your complaint promptly, you’ll have an easier time gathering evidence and forcing any potential liable parties to be responsible. Moreover, in certain cases there are strict deadlines that must be followed when filing the claim—just think about personal injury claims; they need immediate attention! Therefore, if you suspect damage caused by disrepair has occurred on your property or rental unit don’t wait too long-take action right away.

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.

If you want to avert the unfortunate outcome of mold buildup, it is important to be aware that excessive moisture in your home or apartment can cause damp and mould. This could result from leaking pipes, damaged roofs, rainwater coming through unsealed windows and using water before the house has dried properly.

Taking steps such as these will help ensure a safe living space for yourself and those around you – something that should not be overlooked!

By law, your landlord is mandated to guarantee that you have access to dependable hot water and/or heat at any given time. As a tenant, it’s your legal right to receive central heating or space-heating facilities in all rooms of the house. You are also entitled to boiling water services when needed.

As a tenant, you have the right to expect your landlord to responsibly maintain all hot water and heating systems as well as appliances that they have set up. Furthermore, it is essential for these devices to be in proper working order; if any problems arise with the heaters or other related equipment within your rental property, then it is incumbent on them to promptly repair and pay for necessary maintenance expenses.

As a landlord, you must ensure that your rental property is properly taken care of and maintained. This includes all facets from water to heating systems, drainage pipes to gas and electricity fittings. If there are any issues with water leakage in the residence that you’re responsible for, it’s up to you as the landlord to react quickly and appropriately address the concern.

They must also ensure that the property is safe and fit for human habitation. If water damage has resulted from a water leak, the landlord may also be responsible for repairing this damage.

In most situations, a landlord can’t terminate your tenancy until the problem they are responsible for has been addressed. In the event that your landlord has failed to resolve an issue which makes living there inappropriate for you and your family, then it is possible to take action in such a situation. Even if the property was deemed secure and appropriate before, you have grounds to act due to this breach of responsibility from their end.

As a landlord of a Council or Housing Association property, it is your responsibility to ensure that exterior repairs are made on the building, including any damage done to doors and windows. Despite what your rental agreement maintains, you must take charge in upholding these requirements for tenants’ safety and security.

Failing to do so can cause serious problems such as mold growth or safety hazards. Landlords should check for indicators of wear-and-tear like eroded sealants, broken door handles/locks, rotten window frames, faulty hinges or broken glass; ensuring too that all external openings remain draughtproof and damp free when closed properly.

As dictated by Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, landlords are obligated to attend to any essential structural or external repairs needed on their rented property. Such repair works range from maintaining its structure to refreshing its aesthetic appeal.

Not only should the landlord be aware of and address safety hazards within the property or its vicinity, but they must also cover any costs associated with repairs. Although you may have to take charge of minor maintenance issues like changing light bulbs according to your lease agreement, landlords are accountable for any major structural renovations that arise.