MAKE A NEW CLAIM 0333 999 8800
Has your council or social housing property fallen into disrepair?
Are you renting from the Council or a Housing Association? You may be entitled to compensation.
No one should have to live in a home that is unsafe or in a state of disrepair. Yet, many tenants in Preston find themselves struggling with issues like damp, mould, faulty heating, and structural damage, often due to their landlord’s failure to carry out essential repairs. If your landlord has ignored complaints about the condition of your home, you may be entitled to take legal action to force repairs and claim compensation for housing disrepair.
At SDS Solicitors, we understand how stressful and frustrating it can be to live in a poorly maintained property. Our experienced team helps tenants across Preston fight for their right to a safe and habitable home. We take on landlords who neglect their legal duties, ensuring they complete the necessary repairs while securing the compensation you are owed.
Housing disrepair occurs when a landlord, whether Preston City Council or a housing association, fails to maintain a rented property to a safe and livable standard. This includes essential upkeep of the building’s structure, as well as crucial systems like heating, plumbing, and electrical safety. Common disrepair issues tenants face include:
Mould is a common issue in disrepair claims.
Issues with electrics can be a serious safety issue.
Disrepair can attract rats, mice, and other vermin.
Broken seals and locks can be a security issue.
Landlords have a legal duty to keep rental properties in a safe and habitable condition, ensuring they remain in a reasonable state of repair throughout your tenancy. When they fail to do so, tenants have the right to take action.
The amount of compensation in housing disrepair claims depends on factors such as the severity of the issue, how long it has persisted, and how it has affected your daily life. If key parts of your home such as your bathroom or kitchen have been unusable, compensation is often calculated as a percentage of your rent.
In most cases, tenants can expect to receive between 25% and 50% of their annual rent for the affected period, though more serious cases may exceed this range. At SDS Solicitors, we carefully assess every aspect of your claim, ensuring that any financial losses and health impacts are fully accounted for.
Rochelle Dures
Head of Housing Disrepair
Living in a home affected by disrepair can take a serious toll on your physical health, mental well-being, and finances. In Preston, damp and mould are particularly common due to the local climate and older housing stock, often leading to respiratory problems, allergies, and other long-term health concerns. Structural defects can also create hazardous conditions, making a property unsafe to live in.
Beyond the health risks, disrepair can lead to financial strain. Damaged belongings, higher energy bills from inefficient heating, and the overall stress of living in poor conditions can make daily life incredibly difficult. Many tenants feel trapped, dealing with anxiety, frustration, and a loss of comfort in their own homes.
If your landlord has ignored necessary repairs, you do not have to endure these conditions alone. Taking legal action can help secure the repairs you need and the compensation you deserve.
Social housing in England can be handled by either a Council, which is a government authority, or by private Housing Associations which rent out properties. In Preston, and in the wider Lancashire area, your local Council is likely to be Preston City Council however other authorities may operate in the surrounding areas.
If your property is under the responsibility of a private Housing Association, this organisation must be properly registered and approved by the UK Government to operate in England. You can check the details of your association on the list of registered providers on the Government’s website. In Preston and Lancashire, some of the most common housing associations include:
Other private providers operate in Preston, and you can still make a claim for disrepair issues if you are dealing with a provider who does not have a local office in Preston.
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim. Mr B
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim.
Our housing disrepair solicitors have years of experience assisting Preston tenants in holding negligent landlords accountable. We offer free initial consultations to assess your case with no obligations. Thanks to our No Win, No Fee Agreements, you only pay if your claim is successful, ensuring you have no financial risks when pursuing a claim for compensation for housing disrepair in Preston.
From documenting the disrepair to negotiating with landlords or pursuing court action, we manage every aspect of your claim with professionalism and care. Our team understands how distressing housing disrepair can be and works tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
If you believe you have grounds for a housing disrepair claim for a Preston home, you must be able to answer the following questions:
Contact SDS Solicitors. Our team will assess your claim and provide expert advice on the process of claiming for housing disrepair.
Established in Manchester in 1997, SDS Solicitors is a trusted name in housing disrepair claims. We proudly serve clients across Preston and surrounding areas. Whether you’re based in Ashton-on-Ribble, Ingol, Ribbleton, or Larches our expert solicitors are ready to help.
We also offer nationwide support across England. With our No Win, No Fee promise, you face no financial risk in pursuing your claim.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Together, we’ll ensure your home is safe and habitable once again.
£350
Earn £350 from our recommendation Bonus scheme. It’s easy!
No, there are laws in place protecting Council and Housing Association tenants from being evicted for starting a housing disrepair compensation claim against their landlord.
Yes, you should continue regular rent payments throughout a disrepair claim unless you have come to an agreement with the landlord about reducing or withholding rent. Rent arrears could make you liable for eviction, even if you have reduced your rent payments by a reasonable amount while the issues is not resolved or during the repairs if these affect the function of the house or some of the rooms.
Your details will only be used by Sheldon Davidson Solicitors for processing your enquiry and for no other purpose.
