About Us
Who We Are?
At My Disrepair Claims, we are dedicated to assisting tenants in the UK who are struggling with disrepair issues and negligent landlords. So, if you are facing ongoing housing disrepair issues, we are here to help you obtain the compensation and repairs that you rightfully deserve. We work in light of following three primary legislations in the UK:
- The Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 (Section 11)
- The Defective Premises Act 1972 (Section 04)
- The Homes Act 2018 (Fitness for Human Habitation Act)
We work with Anderson Smith Law and use our legal expertise to hold negligent landlords, local councils, and housing associations accountable for the disrepair. We understand and empathise with the physical, emotional and financial stress from poorly maintained property. Therefore, we always work and advocate for the best interests of tenants following the legislation in the UK.
Our Housing Disrepair Claims Process
What Makes Us Unique?
- No win no fee
- No upfront payments
- Access expert panel
- Nationwide services
- Easy appointments
No-Win, No Fee Claims
Frequently Asked Questions
You may file a claim if the disrepair in your house was 100% avoidable, but your landlord’s negligence resulted in compromised habitat. Additionally, it would be best if you showed that your landlord knowingly failed to take action to address the disrepair.
The first step is to contact your landlord or housing association and request repairs. If they fail to make the requested repairs within a reasonable time, you can start a housing disrepair claim.
- Claim for damaged belongings within six years of tenancy.
- Apply for repairs during your tenancy to ensure landlord take action.
- Claim for injuries or illness from disrepair within three years.
You must prove that your landlord was aware of the property’s disrepair through repeated notifications. Typically, housing disrepair solicitors will collect and evaluate:
- Physical evidence, such as photographs documenting the disrepair.
- Communication evidence, such as emails and text messages indicating notifications sent to the landlord.
- Information from other tenants who may have experienced similar issues.
- Detailed examination of the property itself.
Before initiating a housing disrepair claim, it is important to notify your landlord at least 21 days in advance via email, text message, in person, or by letter. If your landlord responds to your notification, you must allow them a reasonable amount of time to complete the repairs. If they fail to do so, start your housing disrepair claim right away.
As part of our initial consultation, we would analyse your living situation and provide legal aid for housing disrepair claims. You should get the compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering caused due to housing disrepair, and we are here to do just that.
- Complete our online form and schedule an appointment.
- Get a free consultation from our housing disrepair claim experts.
- We send you our pack for your initial instructions to start off.
The compensation amount you can claim varies based on the severity of the problems you have encountered and how they have affected you. Other factors considered include the date you initially notified your landlord and the strength of your evidence against them.
Our housing disrepair solicitors will help gather the necessary experience and adopt a friendly approach to ensure you receive comprehensive support. We will guide you every step of the way, minimising stress and ensuring you receive the maximum compensation you rightfully deserve.
