How Tenants Can Claim Against Their Landlords

 Housing disrepair occurs when a rented property is in need of repairs and unsuitable for human habitation. On the other hand, housing disrepair claims are legal action taken by a renter for lack of repair or refusal to carry out repairs in their property. If you are living in an unsafe rental property and you are thinking about claiming against your landlord for housing disrepair, you may have grounds to do so. Our housing disrepair claims solicitors can help you recover damages. Call our housing disrepair helpline today on 0800 999 7440.


A contract is binding when a tenant rents a property, this is called, the rental agreement between the landlord and tenant as outlined in section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. This means that tenants, as well as property owners, have rights that protect them from taking illegal actions. It is very crucial to understand the reasons tenants sue landlords and end up in a settlement or lawsuit. 


One mistake some tenants make if their homeowners refuse to carry out repairs is that they stop paying the rent. The best thing to do in such a situation is to continue paying your rent. If you stop paying and get into rent arrears, your landlord may have grounds to evict you. You can complain about your landlord or complain about your letting agent if they won't do the repairs.


Making a formal complaint can help you know if your landlord is responsible for certain repairs. It can also help you determine whether or not you were a victim of discrimination. This can be done by writing a letter to your landlord. The letter must be clear with all your proofs. Our no win fee housing solicitors will guide you through the process. A no win no fee housing disrepair claim means that there is a monetary obligation to you until you win the case.



Reasons For Disrepair Claims By Tenants 


So, how can tenants claim against their landlords? If a renter is contemplating suing the landlord, he must have reported the issue in the first place. Your landlord should be aware of the issue and your suffering before you can make any disrepair claims. There are many ways to claim for disrepair against your landlord. One instance is when tenants sue landlords for mold UK due to health hazards. Other reasons for disrepair claims by tenants may include:


  • Failure By Homeowners To Carry Out repairs that result in unlivable conditions like mould and damp. You can claim for medication, pain, suffering, distress, medical costs, cost for aftercare etc.


  • Peeling and deteriorating lead-based paint hazard.


  • Absence of sewage disposal that causes pollution.


  • Refusal to tackle severe rodent infestation.


  • Not addressing severe structural defects that are unsafe.


  • Overlooking hazardous conditions that pose health risk to residents. Severe conditions that lead to personal injuries like asthma, carbon monoxide poisoning, pneumonia, gastrointestinal issues, anxiety, 


  • Ignoring situations that pose risk of fire disaster.


  • Lack of electricity, or water and faulty heating system.


  • Insecurity as a result of unfixed broken fences, doors, windows, or gates.



Establishing A Housing Disrepair Claim 


In establishing a housing disrepair claim, a tenant must be able to prove that the apartment was in need of maintenance and repairs and the landlord was notified in a timely manner. The tenant must prove that the damage caused would have been avoided if the landlord intentionally failed in his obligation. If you do not inform your landlord, council or housing association about your living conditions, you may not be eligible for any compensation. Notify your landlord by emailing, texting, face to face or via written statement or letter, then give them 21 days to respond before filing a housing disrepair claim.



Want To Learn More On How To Claim Compensation From Your landlord?


If you and members of your family have suffered personal Injury or any other health issues, damage to your belongings and other inconveniences, you may have a strong claim. If you want to learn more about claiming compensation from your landlord, contact to get in touch with the best housing disrepair solicitors today for your housing disrepair claims in Manchester and across the UK.

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