Housing Disrepair Claim

  Disrepair Claims for Tenants in Manchester Landlord Responsibilities and Tenant Rights In Manchester, as in all of England, landlords have a legal obligation to ensure their rental properties meet a certain standard of repair and habitability. This means tenants have the right to live in a safe and healthy environment. Disrepair claims arise when a property suffers from issues that significantly impact a tenant's ability to enjoy this right. Common Issues and Grounds for Claim Several issues can constitute grounds for a disrepair claim in Manchester, including: Dampness and mould growth Water leaks Faulty electrical wiring or heating systems Structural problems with the roof, windows, or foundation Issues with plumbing or drainage Pest infestations To have a valid claim, the disrepair must typically: Stem from the landlord's neglect to address a reported problem. Pose a health or safety hazard to the tenants. Significantly reduce the quality of the tenants' livi...

  As a tenant, you have the right to live in a property in a good “state of repair”. This means that the property is free from leaks, mould and damp, vermin and insect Infestation, drainage problems among others. It is the duty of your landlord to ensure that your property is maintained to a reasonable standard of repair. It can be a very embarrassing and uncomfortable experience to live in a badly maintained housing facility. This will not only have its impact on your belongings but also on your health, finances and safety. When your landlord fails to keep your rental property in a good living condition and repair faulty areas of the property, you can make a housing disrepair claim against your landlord and claim a deserved compensation. Our housing disrepair solicitors are among the highly related in the UK when it comes to housing disrepair claims and are ready to fight for your health and safety not only by winning you an appropriate compensation amount but also to ensure that ...