Housing Disrepair Claims

Get the Compensation You Deserve!

As a Council or Housing Association tenant, you have the legal right to live in a safe, well-maintained, and habitable home. Your landlord is legally responsible for ensuring your property is free from disrepair and meets health and safety standards.

If your Council or Housing Association has failed to carry out essential repairs after you’ve reported them, you may be eligible to file a housing disrepair claim.

FIND OUT IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO CLAIM FOR HOUSING DISREPAIR

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We cannot help with a disrepair problem if you have a Private Landlord.

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Who Can Make a Housing Disrepair Claim?

You may be eligible to make a claim if you:

  • Rent from a Local Council/Authority: Tenants renting from a council have a legal right to claim for disrepair.
  • Rent from a Housing Association: If your Housing Association has neglected repairs, you can take legal action.

Behind the Scenes – Housing Disrepair Clients Experiences

What Is Considered Housing Disrepair?

If your rented home has any of the following structural issues, you may have a valid claim:

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Damp & Mould

Dangerous to health, especially for those with respiratory conditions.

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Defective Brickwork

Compromises the stability and safety of your home.

Housing Disrepair defective roofing

Roof Leaks & Defective Roofing

Leads to water damage and mould growth.

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Cracks in Walls & Ceilings

Indicates potential structural problems.

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Leaks

Can cause water damage and pose a health hazard.

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Defective Windows

Increases the risk of accidents, drafts, insulation problems.

Housing Disrepair Damp and Mould

Damp & Mould

Dangerous to health, especially for those with respiratory conditions.

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Leaks

Can cause water damage and pose a health hazard.

Housing Disrepair defective roofing

Roof Leaks & Defective Roofing

Leads to water damage and mould growth.

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Defective Brickwork

Compromises the stability and safety of your home.

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Cracks in Walls & Ceilings

Indicates potential structural problems.

Housing Disrepair defective windows

Defective Windows

Increases the risk of accidents, drafts, insulation problems.

Housing Disrepair Causing Illness

How Housing Disrepair Affects You

Unresolved housing disrepair can cause:

  • Discomfort and inconvenience: Making your home unliveable. 
  • Deterioration to your health: Including respiratory problems due to damp and mould.
  • Physical injuries: Caused by unsafe fixtures, fittings, or structural hazards.
  • Damage to personal belongings: Resulting in financial loses.

How to Claim Compensation for Housing Disrepair

If you have reported disrepair to your Council or Housing Association, and they have failed to act, you may be eligible for compensation. This includes:

  • Forcing your landlord to carry out repairs legally.

     

  • Claiming compensation for the time you have lived in disrepair.
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What Our Customers Say

5/5
Fatima Musa
Going into our disrepair case, I was quite apprehensive what may come of it. The process from start to finish has been great. The wonderful team at NJS Law were always just a email/phone call away. We were well informed at every stage and felt confident our case would be handled with care, efficiency and professionalism. We are ever so grateful we have reached a successful end. Many many thanks to Craig Flounders for your support!!
Wendy Axton
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for Craig's outstanding assistance with getting my repairs sorted. Craig went above and beyond to ensure that everything was taken care of promptly and efficiently. His professionalism, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly stood out throughout the process. Thanks to Craig's expertise and support, the repairs were completed seamlessly, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend Craig to anyone seeking reliable assistance with their repair needs. Thank you once again, Craig, for your exceptional service!
Larry Ditchman
Gary Saunders represented my elderly father in his case against a housing association for disrepair. We were very happy with the way he handled the case. Very efficient and very professional. We highly recommend him and his company. Thank you
Hollie Harris
Gary and his team worked tirelessly to get a long-awaited result from my extremely difficult housing situation with my housing association. I am grateful for his efforts and would recommend him to anyone else needing assistance with a housing disrepair issue. Thanks Gary

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Why Choose NJS Law for Your Housing Disrepair Claim?

At NJS Law, we are experts in housing disrepair claims, helping tenants across the UK on a NO WIN, NO FEE basis.

We ensure that councils and housing associations fulfil their legal obligations while securing financial compensation for tenants.

Our Expert Legal Services Include:

  • No Win, No Fee Housing Disrepair Claims
  • Taking legal action if your landlord has failed to carry out repairs.
  • Arranging for a professional surveyor’s report to assess damages.
  • Ensuring your council or housing association repairs your property promptly.
  • Claiming compensation for the distress and inconvenience caused.
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Call NJS Law today and one of our experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitors will guide you through the claims process with expert advice and support.

Speak to a Housing Disrepair Solicitor Today

Our experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitors are here to guide you every step of the way. With decades of experience, we provide expert legal representation and ensure you receive the repairs and compensation you deserve.

Contact NJS Law today to discuss your claim with a specialist housing disrepair solicitor. Call or email us now to start your case.

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Adele Whittle

Solicitor - Head of Property & Estates

Adele is a qualified solicitor with over 20 years experience working in the legal sector, predominantly within Litigation.

Adele is the member of the management team responsible for the firms strategy, including the growth of a number of key areas of legal practice, heading up the Housing Disrepair and Probate Teams. She also has a keen interest in technology, in particular automation, and will be working on optimising the firm’s processes.

In her spare time Adele enjoys walking the family cockapoo, watching her son play sport, travelling to new places and is obsessed with all things interiors!

Gary Saunders

Solicitor

Gary completed his history degree at the University of Leeds, and the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course (LPC) at Manchester Metropolitan University). He qualified as a solicitor in 2012.

Gary has specialised in litigation since qualifying running cases from initial letters of claim to Trial. He now specialises in representing tenants, leaseholders and homeowners in a variety of disputes against landlords, freeholders, neighbours and local authorities.

In his spare time, Gary enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and travelling.

Alex Cooke

Housing Disrepair Litigator

Alex has more than 6 years of civil litigation experience, acting for clients across numerous legal areas, however his current focus is Housing Disrepair.

Alex’s priority is to represent his clients with the highest level of support and detail giving clarity and guidance with a professional approach and thrives on ensuring all claims are dealt within the client’s best interests.

In his spare time, Alex enjoys maintaining a healthy lifestyle in the gym and watching football and the formula 1.