If your home has become unlivable due to necessary repairs and you live in Hitcombe-Bottom 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.
When you occupy a council-owned house, the local authorities are responsible for any home maintenance and upkeep necessary – even minor leaks or emergency repairs. If your grievances have gone ignored by the council despite your complaints, then it is within your right to take legal action against them.
Making a claim might result in the court ordering the city to make a repair, as well as compensation for expenses incurred.
Before filing a complaint to the council, it is essential that you confirm they have not responded to your reported issue. It would be prudent for you to report the problem first and wait for their response before taking any further action.
As a social housing tenant, you deserve to live in dignified conditions. If the repairs required at your home have been neglected or overlooked by authorities, our specialist team of social housing disrepair lawyers can help you take lawful action and secure adequate compensation for any suffering endured as well as losses incurred. Don’t delay – act now! Begin by submitting an official complaint with your local association; if necessary, seek advice from one of our solicitors who will guard and promote your rights throughout the process.
It is the responsibility of a housing association to ensure that their residences are well-maintained and any issues are quickly rectified. If they fail to do so, then they can be held accountable for any damages or compensation claims made against them as a result of their negligence. Our housing disrepair specialists take into account the physical, emotional, and financial distress that occupants may experience when living in poor conditions.
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.
As a social housing tenant, you should expect to live comfortably. Our experienced social housing disrepair lawyers are here to help you pursue legal action and secure the repairs necessary along with any compensation for harm or losses caused as a result. It’s important that you don’t delay in taking steps if there is an issue within your housing association – start by submitting your concern today! Together we can make sure that all tenants have the right living conditions they deserve.
As a housing association, it is essential that you ensure all residences are in excellent condition and any issues promptly addressed. If not, the company may face legal repercussions and be held accountable to provide compensation for its neglect or misconduct.
Our housing disrepair experts are sensitive to the physical, emotional, and financial difficulties that renting poor housing can cause for renters.
Have you or anyone in your residence recently endured medical issues, damage to property, or other distress due to the condition of your home? You have a legal right for compensation. Moreover, if part or all of your property is uninhabitable and requires securing alternative temporary housing such as renting another place; then that expense should also be covered by compensation.
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.
As a tenant, you can expect that your tenancy agreement would dictate that the landlord must resolve issues related to rising damp and other structural repairs. This holds landlords accountable for taking care of such matters.
If your home is in an unkempt state and it has caused inconvenience or monetary damages, you may be able to pursue recompense from your landlord. A housing disrepair claim may encompass a wide array of problems, from mold and mildew growth to electrical issues to structural destruction.
You may also be able on occasion to get back the rent that was paid while the property was being fixed.
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.
Too much moisture in the home can result in damage from dampness and mould growth. This could be caused by broken pipes, a leaky roof or windows that let rainwater into your property. Even using water before the building has been sufficiently dried out when constructing new buildings can lead to this issue developing.
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.
English law is clear: your landlord must always secure a dependable source of heat or hot water for you as their tenant. Every room should be equipped with either central heating systems or space-heating devices to keep it warm, as well hot water available upon request!
Your landlord bears the responsibility to preserve and maintain any hot water, heating systems, or electric heaters they have installed on the premises. The security of all those living in a building relies on having well-functioning heating and hot water systems; thus it is mandatory for your landlord to ensure that these appliances remain in optimal condition. If there are ever problems with either system, repairs must be done quickly – at no cost to you!
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.
The landlord is required by law to make most external and structural repairs to the leased property under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. This obligation is found in Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which applies to all sorts of necessary repairs, including those that impact the property’s structure or aesthetic appeal.
As a tenant, it is the landlord’s duty to take care of any potential safety issues with both the property and its surroundings. While your tenancy agreement may include basic maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, structural repairs are not typically on you. Your landlord should cover all costs associated with these matters.
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.
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