You have a right to a safe, damp-free home.
As a renter, you have a right to a safe, damp-free home. If your landlord fails to repair your home appropriately and promptly, we can ask the court to force them to do it and grant you compensation for any inconvenience and losses.
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No Win No Fee Claims
Nayyars Solicitors are here to help safeguard your rights as a renter without the financial stress of upfront legal costs.
We can take care of everything you need to win your case, from gathering evidence of disrepair to arranging a surveyor, and you won’t have to pay a penny if your case is unsuccessful.
Are you suffering from:
Infestation
Boiler & Radiator Issues
Mold & Health issues
Leaks and damp
Mould/Health Warnings
Damp and mould are distressing and potentially harmful, as they can cause unpleasant smells and respiratory illness in vulnerable groups – especially young children.
Many landlords claim that damp and mould are caused by tenants failing to open windows or turn on the heating, but they can be caused by poor ventilation or disrepair, so you may be able to housing disrepair claims for compensation.
Leaks
Your landlord is responsible for maintaining the roof of your property and preventing leaks from sinks, baths, and showers from causing damage.
Because leaks can lead to damp and mould – impacting your health and damaging property – it’s essential they are fixed promptly, so you may be able to claim compensation if you suffer from a leak.
Blocked Drain/Guttering
Your landlord is responsible for fixing any structural defects – including blocked drains and guttering – that may cause damage to the property. If you notice a blocked drain or damp in your property that hasn’t been addressed, you may be able to make a claim.
Boiler/Radiator Issues
If your property has a boiler and central heating, your landlord is responsible for keeping them in safe working order, and providing adequate heating and hot water.
If your landlord refuses to maintain or repair the boiler in your rental property, you may be able to make a housing disrepair claims.
Defective/Rotten Windows
Faulty double glazing or rotten windows allow water to penetrate your home, leak heat, and cause cold spots that lead to condensation, making life unpleasant.
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to fix faulty windows, and if they don’t you may have a claim.
Damaged Plasterwork
Damaged or cracked plasterwork often indicates penetrating or rising damp where water has entered your home through faulty brickwork.
If you notice brittle plaster that crumbles easily, you may have damaged plasterwork, and it is your landlord’s responsibility to repair the plaster and take measures to prevent it from happening again.
Defective Brickwork
Defective or cracked brickwork can cause damp and damage to internal walls, so your landlord has a duty to repair any defective brickwork in your home.
Cracked Pavement
Cracked or damaged pavement on the outside parts of your property are a potential hazard, and your landlord is responsible for making the property safe for you and any guests.
If the pavement or outside surfaces of your rental property are seriously damaged and pose a trip hazard, you may have a claim.
Infestation
Your landlord is responsible for ensuring that your home is pest-free when you move in and taking reasonable precautions to prevent infestations.
If vermin or insects are infesting your home and your landlord is not taking appropriate measures, you may have a claim.
Faulty Electrics
Your landlord is responsible for dealing with any faulty appliances and electrical faults, as they can pose a serious risk or lead to further problems, such as damp from a defective freezer.
If the electrics in your home pose a serious threat, you may be able to take emergency court action to compel your landlord to carry out essential repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Our initial assessment is free, and we work on a no win no fee basis, so there is no upfront cost, and you will only be charged on your compensation from a successful claim.
Before you can make a claim against your landlord, you must follow the disrepair protocol, which involves trying to resolve the issue, sending a letter of claim, and waiting for a response. Our expert solicitors will help you through the protocol to ensure you get the best possible outcome for your case.
An average housing disrepair claim can take 3-5 months to be resolved, depending on how your landlord responds. Some cases can settle within 21 days, where landlords respond quickly to resolve the issue, so hang in there.
You may be entitled to compensation for a housing disrepair claim, depending on the type of disrepair, how long the issue has persisted, and its impact on you (including property damage). Many cases are settled without compensation, but this depends on how your landlord responds and whether they promptly carry out the necessary repairs.
Contact Us
For a free initial consultation about your clinical negligence claim, call us on 0333 123 1331 or contact us online and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.