Housing disrepair claims for Leeds council & housing association tenants

If you live in a rented council home or a local social/housing association property in Leeds, you may be entitled to compensation from your landlord if the property you reside in has fallen into a state of disrepair. This is commonly known as filing a housing disrepair claim.

As we are NO WIN, NO FEE housing disrepair solicitors, the entire process is free of charge to you. Call us on 0333 050 8887 to start the process or fill in the form.

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Can Leeds council tenants make a housing disrepair claim?

If you’re a council tenant, you have the right to a safe and comfortable home. If your council isn’t providing this, our solicitors can help you take action and get compensated for the suffering you have endured.

Our housing disrepair experts can help council tenants claim for necessary repairs to be made to their homes if their local authority has failed to do so. In addition to claiming for repairs, we can also help you claim compensation if you have suffered from illness or injury as a result of the disrepair of your home.

Disrepair most often manifests as extreme cases of mould and dampness in homes, cracks in walls, broken or unsafe doors and windows, water damage, or lack of hot water and/or

Can you make a housing disrepair claim against housing associations?

As a social housing tenant, you are entitled to a good standard of living. No matter what your housing association does or does not do, our disrepair in social housing solicitors can help you take action and get the repairs you need – as well as get you compensated for losses and suffering you have had to endure.

If you are experiencing any problems with your housing association, it is important that you take action as soon as possible. You can start by making a complaint to the association.

Essentially, a housing association must make sure that the dwellings it offers are in a reasonable condition and that disrepair issues, if any, are addressed promptly. Otherwise, the organization may be held liable and required to pay compensation for injuries caused by their actions or inaction.

Our housing disrepair professionals are sensitive to the physical, emotional, and financial strains that renting poor housing can have on tenants.

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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Housing Association Tenant

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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

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Wayne B

Housing Association Tenant

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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

Liam M

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.

Ashley Y

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.

How much compensation can you get for housing association disrepair in Leeds?

If you have suffered physical harm as a result of substandard housing conditions, this means that your landlord has failed to provide you with the level of living conditions appropriate for the rent you pay. Any issues you faced as a result of the substandard housing which caused inconvenience and distress are defined by “pain, suffering and loss of amenity.” This can include having to vacate the property.

The rent of the property is used as a basis to calculate the compensation. You will be awarded a percentage of the rent that you paid while you resided in the house or flat in disrepair. Even if the rent is paid by your local council in the form of Housing Benefits, you can still claim compensation. The rent is purely used to calculate the value of your claim.

What else are council and housing association landlords responsible for?

If your rented council home or housing association property has issues that have not been repaired find out if you are eligible to make a housing disrepair claim for property repair and compensation.

  • Damp problems
  • Mould issues
  • Pest infestations
  • Damaged Windows & Doors
  • Leaking water
  • Pest infestations, Mice, Rats & Insects
  • Broken heating systems
  • Problems with gas pipes or electrical wiring
  • Internal deterioration such as damage to carpet, walls etc.
  • Structural problems, including damaged gutters, drains & pipes
  • Environmental health issues, bathroom, sanitary & sewage

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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Does my council landlord have to fix damp?

Yes, Landlords are often responsible for dealing with rising damp. This is because there’s an implied term in your tenancy agreement that says that it’s the landlord’s responsibility to keep the exterior and structure of your home in repair.

Can you claim rent refunds for mould?

Yes, if you are making a mould-related claim for an illness or injury caused by mould, your compensation payout could be worth tens of thousands of pounds. If your mould-related claim is successful, you can expect to receive two types of payout.

The first part of your mould compensation will be general damages. This is the largest payout, which compensates you for the pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your illness.

How long can council landlords leave you without hot water or heating?

According to English law, your landlord is obligated to provide you with a dependable source of heating or hot water at all times. This means that as a tenant, you are entitled to have a central heating system or equipment for space heating in every room of the property that you occupy. The rented property should also have a working boiler for heating water.

Your landlord is responsible for maintaining the hot water and heating systems as well as appliances such as electric heaters that they have supplied. They must also ensure that these systems are kept in proper working order. If you experience any problems with your heating or hot water systems, your landlord must make the repairs and they must pay for said repairs and maintenance themselves.

The landlord is responsible for informing the tenant of what repairs will be made and how long they will take to complete.

Can you claim compensation for a leaking roof?

As with all housing disrepair claims, under UK law, landlords have a duty to ensure that the property you are renting is safe, as well as maintained to an acceptable living standard.

While you have to consider any compensatory claims against roof leak damage to property, furniture, or fixtures if your rental agreement is classed as unfurnished, you are within your rights to ask your landlord to arrange for a roof inspection and subsequent repair if there is risk of further damage.

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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Who is responsible for windows and doors in a housing association property?

Landlords are responsible for repairing any damage to doors and windows on the exterior of their rental property, even if the rental agreement indicates that the tenant is responsible for such repairs. This is because damaged or broken windows and doors can create a number of problems, including dampness and mould, and can also pose a safety risk.

To fulfil their responsibility, landlords should ensure that all external windows and doors can close properly and that they are damp- and draught-proof. They should also fix any eroded sealants, broken door handles or locks, rotten window frames, faulty hinges or broken glass.

Can I make a housing disrepair claim for structural problems?

If you believe that your rented property is suffering from structural defects, it is essential that you notify your landlord immediately.

Landlords are obligated by law to maintain their properties in a state of repair that renders them safe and healthy for tenants to live in throughout the entirety of their tenancy. If you inform your landlord of any suspected structural defects and they fail to take appropriate action in a timely manner, you may be eligible to make a claim against them and receive compensation.

Our team of expert solicitors specializes in housing disrepair claims and can provide you with the legal assistance you need to ensure that your rights are protected. If you think your property has suffered from neglect or poor maintenance, don’t hesitate to contact us today.

What is a no win no fee housing disrepair claim?

A housing disrepair claim is a legal claim made by tenants against their landlords for compensation resulting from the landlord’s failure to keep the property in a good state of repair. The law requires landlords to ensure that their properties are structurally sound, free from damp and mould, have safe electricity, gas and water supply, working sanitation facilities, and are free from vermin and infestations.

If any of these conditions are not met, the tenant may be eligible to claim compensation. Our panel of disrepair solicitors can advise you on whether you have a valid claim and how much compensation you may be entitled to.

How can your disrepair solicitors help me?

You don’t have to reside in Leeds for our experts to assist you as we are a national housing disrepair claim law firm. Wherever you may live if you experience housing disrepair issues with your rental property, our solicitors can help you to understand your rights as a tenant and whether or not your landlord is responsible. We can also advise you on the best course of action to take, which should only be used as a last resort.

Our solicitors have extensive knowledge in housing disrepair cases and are passionate about helping tenants. We understand the importance of providing support and guidance during this difficult time and will do everything possible to help resolve the situation.

If you believe that your landlord is responsible for disrepair and you need legal support, we will help you to understand your rights as a tenant and the best course of action to take.

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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