Common complaints which led to a housing disrepair claim

If you rent accommodation which suffers from any of these common problems, you have reported the problem and it has not been resolved in a reasonable timeframe, then you may be entitled to file a housing disrepair claim:

• Damp problems
• Mould and damaged plasterwork
• Rotting or damaged windows
• Water leaks or signs of water leaks (internally and externally) from damaged roofs, ceilings, pipes and gutters
• Faulty heating, boilers and radiators
• Electrical issues – faulty/damaged sockets and exposed/damaged wiring
• Damaged floors, doors, walls, windows and stairs
• Damaged fittings – bathroom, toilet, kitchen
• Infestations – vermin or insects
• Structural issues – evidence of walls, plaster or roof damage
• External damage – brickwork, paths, fences and gates

You are entitled to report any of these issues, and if they are not repaired within a reasonable time period, contact Legal HD to start a claim.