At NJS Law, our expert Housing Repair Breach Solicitors hold landlords accountable when they fail to complete essential repairs. Whether your landlord has ignored a repair order, breached a court-mandated agreement, or failed to carry out promised fixes, we can help—even if you started your claim with another solicitor.
If you’ve already made a housing disrepair claim but repairs still haven’t been completed, you may be entitled to further compensation.
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We cannot help with a disrepair problem if you have a Private Landlord.
A breach occurs when your landlord (private, council or housing association) fails to carry out repairs they are legally responsible for, even after you’ve notified them. Common examples include:
If your landlord has ignored your repair requests—or repeatedly delayed fixing the issue—you may be entitled to repairs, compensation and possible reimbursement for damaged belongings.
A Housing Disrepair Claim and a Repair Breach Claim both protect tenants, but they apply to different stages of the repair process.
A Housing Disrepair Claim is made when your landlord fails to fix problems in your home after you first report them. This covers issues such as damp, mould, leaks, faulty heating, structural defects and other hazards that make your home unsafe or uncomfortable.
A Repair Breach Claim, however, is the next step. This type of claim applies when:
Your landlord has already agreed to complete the repairs,
A court order or settlement agreement requires them to fix the issue, and
They have still failed to carry out the repairs within the agreed timeframe.
In other words, a Housing Disrepair Claim addresses the initial failure to repair, while a Repair Breach Claim focuses on a landlord’s continued non-compliance, even after legal action or a formal agreement.
If your landlord has ignored a repair order or failed to complete previously agreed repairs, you may be entitled to additional compensation. Our specialist solicitors can advise you on whether a repair breach has occurred and what steps to take next.
Compensation varies depending on the severity of the breach and its impact. You may be able to claim for:
For distress, inconvenience and loss of enjoyment of your home.
You may recover a percentage of your rent for the period the home was affected.
Including clothing, furniture, electronics or personal items.
If the disrepair caused or worsened health problems.
You may have a strong repair breach claim if:
Your landlord agreed to complete repairs—such as through a housing repair order or court-mandated repair agreement—but nothing has been done.
Repairs were supposedly completed, but they were poorly done or the problem has returned.
The ongoing issue is affecting your health, damaging your belongings, or disrupting your daily life.
Your home has become unsafe, unhealthy, or partially unusable because the agreed repairs were not carried out.
Your landlord has missed the deadline set by the court or agreement, or you’ve been left waiting far longer than a “reasonable time”.
Even if your landlord has attempted to carry out the work, delays, missed deadlines, or inadequate repairs can still amount to a breach of their repair obligations.
You may be entitled to take action if:
Your landlord agreed to complete the repairs through a housing repair order, settlement agreement, or court-mandated repair schedule.
The issue is clearly their legal responsibility to fix.
They have missed the deadline or failed to carry out the repairs within the timeframe set by the agreement or court order.
The unresolved defect is causing ongoing damage, inconvenience, or health problems.
The landlord has attempted repairs, but the work was poorly done, incomplete, or the problem has returned.
Not sure if you qualify? Our experts can quickly assess whether your landlord’s failure amounts to a breach of their repair obligations and advise you on the next steps.
Our specialist team focuses solely on cases where landlords, councils, or housing associations have agreed to complete repairs—through a housing repair order, settlement agreement, or court-mandated schedule—but have failed to follow through. We act on behalf of tenants to:
✔ Enforce the repair agreement your landlord is legally bound to complete
✔ Hold the landlord accountable for missed deadlines or breached court orders
✔ Secure additional compensation for ongoing inconvenience, distress, or health issues caused by the delay
✔ Recover the cost of damaged belongings resulting from unresolved defects
✔ Ensure all required repairs are properly completed to prevent future problems
We work to achieve fast, effective outcomes—often on a No Win, No Fee basis—so you can get the repairs and compensation you’re entitled to without added stress.
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Choosing the right legal team is crucial when your landlord has ignored a court order, breached a repair agreement, or failed to carry out repairs they previously committed to. Our specialist solicitors offer:
Dedicated expertise in landlord repair breach claims
A proven track record in enforcing repair orders and securing further compensation
No Win, No Fee options to make the process accessible and stress-free
Clear, straightforward communication throughout every stage of your claim
Extensive experience challenging councils, housing associations, and private landlords who fail to meet legal repair obligations
You have the right to live in a safe, well-maintained home. When landlords break legally binding repair agreements, our experts step in to protect your rights and ensure the repairs are completed properly.
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 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 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.
