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As a renter, you likely have an unspoken understanding in your tenancy contract that stipulates the landlord must act when confronted with issues such as rising damp and other structural damages. This implies that landlords are generally responsible for tackling said circumstances.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and out of pocket due to the condition of your home? If so, it may be possible for you to seek financial recompense from your landlord. A housing disrepair claim can cover a variety of problems such as mildew, electrical faults, or structural decay. In specific cases, it is even feasible to reclaim rent payments made while repairs were carried out.

As a tenant, it can be hard to decide who should take responsibility for any problems or repairs in your home or council house. Generally, your tenancy agreement should clear what the tenant and the landlord are each responsible for maintaining and repairing property. Sometimes it’s not clear as being 100% landlord liability or 100% tenant responsibility to repair, maintain or pay.

To help make things easier for you, we’ve compiled the most common areas that we see confusion over. We offer free legal advice and take your case NO Win, No Fee Basis, so if you need a helping hand, get in touch.

What leads to damp and mould growth? Moisture in buildings like houses and apartments can cause the formation of mold. Leaking pipes, a malfunctioning roof or windows that allow rainwater inside, or even using water while your new home is still drying out are all potential culprits behind this issue. To prevent any uncomfortable -or worst- dangerous effects associated with excessive mold presence, these sources must be identified and eliminated as soon as possible.

If your landlord or housing association can provide evidence to show that you are responsible for damaging the boiler, then you could be liable to pay. However, if an expert can say that a boiler was at the end of its life span and reach the expire date, then it is the landlord’s or housing association responsibility to pay for a new boiler.

As a landlord, you must fulfill your responsibility to the utmost when it comes to maintaining your rental property. This includes any and all installations like water systems, heating solutions, drainage pipes and other sanitary requirements such as gas or electricity connections. Should there be an issue with water leakage in one of these dwellings under your management – quick action is paramount; resolving this problem quickly will ensure that minimal damage is caused.

The landlord must guarantee that their property is safe and habitable. Furthermore, if water damage occurred due to a plumbing issue, the owner may be accountable for mending it as well.

Despite the fact that most landlords can’t terminate your tenancy until they take care of a problem, there are exceptions. If your landlord has neglected to address an issue that renders living in the property unsuitable for you and your family’s needs, then it may be essential to depart before what was initially agreed upon. As long as the house is safe and fit for human occupancy, this provides justifiable grounds on which to act accordingly.

As a landlord for either a Council or Housing Association, it is essential that you ensure the exterior of your rental property remains in good condition – this includes damage to doors and windows. It doesn’t matter what is stated in the agreement; at the end of the day, it’s up to you as an owner to guarantee all entrances into your tenants’ home are functioning.

Landlords should be aware of the detriments that can arise from a lack of regular maintenance, such as mold growth and safety hazards. To prevent these issues, they should be mindful to inspect for signs of wear-and-tear like eroded sealants, broken door handles/locks, rotten window frames, faulty hinges or cracked glass; in addition to ensuring all external openings remain draughtproof and protected against damp when properly closed.

By law, the landlord is obligated to make any necessary repairs that affect the external or structural integrity of their leased property. This obligation specified in Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 applies to all kinds of essential fixes—from those relating strictly to stability and safety, right through to cosmetic improvements aimed at restoring a building’s aesthetics.

As a tenant, you have the right to be provided with a safe and secure environment. This includes any issues with your property or its surrounding area that could potentially lead to harm. Your tenancy agreement may include basic maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, but it is not typically your responsibility to take on structural repairs–that should fall upon your landlord who will cover all costs associated with these matters.