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Housing Disrepair Claim: If you are a Council or Housing Association tenant and you believe that your rental property is in disrepair, you may have the right to make a housing disrepair claim. The process for making a housing disrepair claim will depend on many factors, however most of these can be found on our website, as well as the terms of your tenancy agreement.

In general, the first step in making a housing disrepair claim is to inform your landlord or property manager about the problems and request that they be repaired. If the issues are not resolved within a reasonable timescale e.g. 90 days Minimum, you may be able to take further action, such as:

• Escalating the matter to a higher authority, such as a housing advocacy group or a government agency responsible for overseeing rental properties
• Seeking mediation or other forms of alternative dispute resolution
• Filing a claim against your landlord or property manager

It is important to keep a record of all correspondence and documentation related to the disrepair issues, as this may be helpful in supporting your claim. You should also be prepared to provide evidence of the disrepair, such as photos, repair estimates, or other relevant documentation.

Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to seek damages for any losses you have incurred as a result of the disrepair, such as rent, increased living expenses, claim for personal belongings that may have been damaged due to the disrepair issues in your home. It is advisable to seek legal advice if you are considering making a claim, as the process can be complex and may involve navigating complex legal procedures.

We are here 7 days a week to talk you through making a housing disrepair claim against your landlord. please go to https://www.housingdisrepairadvice.org/contact

Social housing disrepair refers to rental housing that is owned and managed by government or nonprofit organizations and is made available to people who are unable to afford to rent or purchase housing on the open market. Disrepair in social housing refers to a state of neglect or deterioration that can result from a lack of maintenance, inadequate funding, or other factors.

Problems with disrepair in social housing can have serious consequences for residents, including health and safety risks, reduced quality of life, and financial burden. Common issues with disrepair in social housing may include:

• Structural problems such as leaky roofs, unstable foundations, or unsafe electrical wiring
• Plumbing issues such as blocked or leaking pipes, or faulty water heaters
• Heating and cooling problems, including malfunctioning or inadequate heating and cooling systems
• Pest infestations
• Health and safety hazards such as mold, asbestos, or other hazardous materials

If you are a resident of social housing and are experiencing problems with disrepair, you should contact your landlord or property manager to report the issues and request repairs. If you are unable to get a response or the necessary repairs are not made in a timely manner, you may need to seek assistance from a housing disrepair solicitor or a government agency responsible for overseeing social housing.

If you think we can help you in any capacity whether that is just general advice or making a claim against your landlord. Please feel free to get in touch with us by picking up the phone or filling in the contact us form on our website or just click this link https://www.housingdisrepairadvice.org/contact

All advice offered is free and non judgmental as a company that has been around many years we have heard all types of situations and circumstances. Our priority is to help you get your home repaired

Social Housing disrepair issues have come into the spotlight recently after a child died from exposure to damp and mould. There social landlord failed to do anything about these issues after numerous complaints. Since these issues have gathered national attention. We have had over a 200% increase to the traffic to our website from social housing tenants looking to seek help and possibly make a housing disrepair claim for their own unresolved disrepair issues. It is important to note that making a housing disrepair claim is a last resort. You should go through your social landlords correct complaints procedure before seeking legal assistance to get your home repaired and compensation.

Over the last several years we have helped council and housing association tenants get justice for the issues they have faced. Some of the tenants we have spoken to have not only waited months but years for work to be carried out to their home. No tenant should suffer at the hands of their landlord and put themselves and their families at risk

We have made it our mission from the outset to hold rogue landlords accountable for their actions or in this case inaction. As a tenant you shouldn’t be scared of raising a complaint against your landlord to get work carried out to your home within a reasonable time scale.

If you wish to see if we can help possibly make a housing disrepair claim against your council/ housing association and get your home repaired and compensation for being neglected. Please go to https://www.housingdisrepairadvice.org/contact

A link to the article referencing the issues we have discussed can be found here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-63823400

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