Housing disrepair claims require
legal and expert input.
Most housing disrepair claims — damp, mould, structural issues, landlord neglect — benefit from specialist legal representation. Request a free case review and we'll connect you to a specialist solicitor.
Claim Builder is not a law firm. A specialist will review suitable cases.
Why housing disrepair needs a specialist
Unlike straightforward debt or vehicle claims, housing disrepair involves complex legislation, expert evidence, and landlord negotiations. A specialist solicitor handles all of this — often on a no win, no fee basis. We connect you with one, free of charge.
Submit your enquiry
Tell us about the disrepair issue, your property, and how your landlord has responded.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation.
Specialist reviews your enquiry
A specialist will assess your situation. Whether they can assist is at their discretion.
We aim to review enquiries within 1–2 working days.
No win, no fee may be available
If the solicitor accepts your case, no win, no fee funding may be available depending on their assessment.
Subject to solicitor assessment and case suitability.
Why use a specialist lawyer?
Housing disrepair law is complex — a specialist knows the precedents and tactics
They handle expert reports, court filings, and negotiations on your behalf
No win, no fee means you pay nothing upfront and nothing if you lose
You are protected from retaliatory eviction while your claim proceeds
Request a callback
A specialist will call you back within 1–2 working days
When your home falls below the legal standard
Housing disrepair refers to any condition in a rented property that falls below the legally required standard. In England and Wales, landlords have a statutory duty to maintain the structure, exterior, and key services of the properties they let.
Under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, landlords must keep properties safe, healthy, and in a state of good repair. A failure to do this — after being properly notified — constitutes a breach of their legal duty.
You are entitled to compensation for the period you lived with the disrepair, as well as for any damage to your belongings, health impacts, and loss of enjoyment of your home.
Damp & Mould
Water Ingress
Structural Damage
Pest Infestations
Heating Failure
Electrical Faults
What disrepair can you claim for?
If it affects your health, safety, or the habitability of your home — and your landlord has failed to fix it — you likely have a claim.
Damp and Mould
Persistent damp, rising damp, black mould growth on walls, ceilings, or floors. Your landlord is legally required to address this.
Get help with thisWater Ingress
Leaks from roof, windows, pipes, or neighbouring properties entering your home.
Get help with thisStructural Issues
Cracks in walls, subsidence, damaged roof, unstable floors or staircases that create safety risks.
Get help with thisLandlord Neglect
Broken heating, faulty electrical systems, pest infestations, or long-standing repairs your landlord has ignored.
Get help with thisThe law is on your side
UK housing law gives tenants enforceable rights to a safe, maintained home. Here are the key pieces of legislation that protect you.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
Section 11 requires landlords to keep the structure, exterior, and key services in repair. This applies to all private tenancies.
Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
Landlords must ensure their properties are safe, healthy, and free from conditions that damage the health of occupants — including damp and mould.
Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
Councils can inspect and issue improvement notices under HHSRS when properties present hazards including excess cold, damp, and structural issues.
Ready to get your case assessed?
A specialist lawyer will review your situation and advise on the best next steps — free of charge.
We Cover the Whole of the UK
We connect you with specialist solicitors across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Common questions about housing disrepair claims
You have the right to a safe home.
Request a callback and a specialist will aim to call you back within 1–2 working days. No obligation.
Request a callbackImportant: Claim Builder is not a law firm. We do not provide legal advice directly. We collect your enquiry details and aim to connect you with a specialist solicitor who will review suitable cases. Whether your case is accepted is at the solicitor's discretion. No win, no fee may be available depending on solicitor assessment.
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