15/10/2024
🏠 Is Your Landlord Refusing to Make Repairs? Here’s What You Can Do! 🛠️
If you are privately renting a property in England or Wales, your landlord has a legal obligation to ensure your home is safe and habitable. Unfortunately, some landlords fail to meet this responsibility, leaving tenants to deal with unsafe or unfit living conditions.
🔧 Your Landlord’s Responsibilities: Landlords must keep the property’s structure and essential systems (like water, gas, and heating) in good repair. They are responsible for fixing issues with the roof, walls, windows, doors, and plumbing systems, among others.
If your landlord isn’t fulfilling their duties, here’s what you can do:
📸 Steps to Take:
Document the Problem – Take photos or videos of the disrepair.
Keep a Record – Save all communications with your landlord (emails, letters, texts).
Formal Request – Write to your landlord outlining the issue and asking for repairs.
🏛️ What If Repairs Are Still Not Made? If your landlord continues to ignore the problem, you can:
Contact your local council’s environmental health department.
Consider your rights under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
In some cases, you may need to take legal action.
At Legal Resolution Group, we can help! As a not-for-profit, we connect you with expert housing disrepair solicitors who may assist you in making a claim. Don’t suffer in silence—reach out today for advice and support.
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What should you do when your landlord won't do repairs? Legal Resolution Group provide advice and can introduce you to a solicitor.