Are you in Turnworth or another part of the United Kingdom and your rental property is unsafe to live in due to requiring repairs? Our legal professionals are here for you. We can help start a housing disrepair claim, also known as filing a housing disrepair case – so don’t hesitate any longer. Trust us, we’ll get it done quickly!

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As a tenant, you can rely on your landlord to address any rising damp issues as most tenancy agreements include an implied term that obligates the proprietor to maintain and repair the interior & structure of your residence.

Have you been affected by the presence of mold, electrical issues or structural damage in your rental property? If so, then you may be eligible for a housing disrepair claim. You could potentially receive compensation from your landlord to make up for any troubles or financial losses caused by their neglect. In some cases, it is even possible to have previously paid rent reimbursed while repairs are being carried out on the property!

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.

Have you noticed an unpleasant number of mould and dampness in your home? This could be due to the presence of excessive moisture coming from a variety of potential sources such as leaking pipes, damaged roofing or windows that allow water inside, or even newly built homes without proper drying time. By taking these factors into account, you can easily identify the true cause so it may be resolved swiftly!

You shouldn’t have to suffer for an extended period of time without hot water or heating – these are essential utilities that should be provided by your landlord and housing association. If you find yourself in this situation, don’t delay seeking legal advice. Our experienced lawyer can help you explain the obligations and responsibilities of your landlord or housing association, as well as providing valuable guidance on how best to proceed with any further action if necessary.

If as a result of no hot water you have incurred a financial loss or been inconvenienced you could be eligible for compensation. Living without hot water can make day to day life both uncomfortable and unsanitary.

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 rental agreements assert that tenants are liable for repairs, it is ultimately the obligation of Council & Housing association landlords to both cover the costs and manage external repair needs such as damage to windows or doors. Broken windows and doors can lead to further problems like mold buildup, in addition to posing a hazard.

Landlords should ascertain that outer windows and doors shut tightly while ensuring they’re resistant against moisture accumulation and drafts; this also entails repairing eroded sealants, defective door handles or locks, rotted window frames, faulty hinges or broken glass.

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.