Expert Housing Disrepair Claim Assistance in Ashton-under-Lyne

Common Housing Disrepair Problems in Ashton-under-Lyne

At Housing Disrepair Team, we assist tenants in Ashton-under-Lyne with a wide range of disrepair issues. Some of the most common problems include:

• Damp and Mould: Persistent moisture leading to mould growth on walls, ceilings, and furniture, now classified as urgent by Awaab’s Law due to its serious health risks, often addressed through specialist damp and mould disrepair claims.

• Leaks and Water Damage: Leaking pipes, roofs, or ceilings that cause stains, dampness, and long-term damage to the property if left unaddressed.

• Broken Heating or Hot Water: Malfunctioning boilers or unreliable heating systems, which are especially dangerous during winter months and violate your landlord’s obligations.

• Unsafe Electrics: Faulty electrical systems, exposed wires, and sparking sockets that pose fire hazards and require immediate attention.

• Pest Infestation: Issues with rodents, insects, or other pests often caused by structural issues like leaks, cracks, or poor maintenance.

• Structural Problems: Cracked walls, unstable ceilings, and broken doors or windows that compromise the safety and integrity of the property.

• Poor Ventilation: Lack of proper extraction systems in kitchens or bathrooms, leading to condensation, mould, and general discomfort.

• Damaged Kitchens or Bathrooms: Broken appliances, leaking sinks, or unsafe flooring in critical areas like kitchens and bathrooms.

If you are experiencing any of these issues in your Ashton-under-Lyne home, it’s time to act. Our team can help you take legal action to secure necessary repairs and claim compensation.

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Health Impacts of Housing Disrepair in Ashton-under-Lyne

The law recognizes that housing disrepair can have a serious impact on tenants’ health. Poor living conditions like damp, unsafe electrics, and cold homes are more than just inconveniences—they can be harmful to your physical and mental well-being.

Some common health issues associated with housing disrepair include:

• Respiratory Problems: Damp and mould can trigger asthma, breathing difficulties, and chronic respiratory infections, especially in children and vulnerable individuals.

• Skin Conditions and Allergies: Mould and moisture in the air often lead to skin rashes, itching, and worsened allergies.

• Cold and Flu Symptoms: Persistent dampness increases the risk of respiratory infections, sinus issues, and general fatigue.

• Mental Health Strain: Ongoing exposure to damp, leaks, and cold can lead to anxiety, stress, sleep problems, and general mental exhaustion due to constant discomfort.

• Headaches and Fatigue: Poor air quality, cold rooms, and exposure to unsafe electrics can contribute to migraines, headaches, and long-term fatigue.

Children, elderly individuals, and vulnerable tenants are particularly at risk, which makes it even more important to act swiftly when reporting disrepair issues to your landlord.

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Who Is Responsible for Repairs? (Clear Breakdown)

Understanding who must carry out repairs is essential in any housing disrepair claim. While it might feel frustrating when defects continue for months, the law places clear duties on landlords — and equally clear expectations on tenants. Failing to follow these rules can weaken a claim, so it’s important to know exactly where responsibility lies.

Your Ashton-under-Lyne landlord must repair:

• Structure and exterior, including walls, roofs, and windows
• Heating and hot-water systems
• Electrical wiring and installations
• Plumbing, drains, and sanitary fittings
• Gas appliances and pipework
• Ventilation systems
• Shared or common areas, where the tenancy includes access

These obligations apply throughout the tenancy, regardless of the landlord’s financial position or staffing issues. If something essential breaks, your landlord cannot ignore it.

Tenants should:

• Report issues as soon as they become aware
• Allow reasonable access for inspections and repairs
• Use the property, heating, and ventilation correctly to avoid accidental damage

The Law (Simple Explanation)

• Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 (Section 11) – sets out core repair obligations
• Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 – requires all homes to be safe, healthy and free from hazards
• Awabs Law 2024

If you reported the defect and your landlord failed to act within a reasonable timeframe, you may have a strong disrepair claim.

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Do I Qualify for a Housing Disrepair Claim in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Many tenants aren’t sure whether their situation meets the legal test for a housing disrepair claim. The good news is that the criteria are straightforward, and if your landlord has failed to act after you reported a problem, you may already meet the requirements. Claims can be made against Ashton-under-Lyne Council, any housing association, or a private landlord, provided you occupy the property under a valid tenancy.

If you want to check quickly and confidentially, our housing disrepair eligibility checker helps confirm whether your circumstances meet the legal threshold before starting a claim.

You may qualify if:

•  You rent your home in Ashton-under-Lyne Council or a housing association, or a private landlord
•  You reported the issue using any method — portal, email, phone, or in writing
• Repairs were delayed, ignored, or repeatedly marked as complete without being fixed.
• You suffered inconvenience, worsening health symptoms, or financial loss such as damaged belongings or increased heating costs

To build a strong claim, the right evidence makes all the difference. You don’t need anything complicated, just clear records showing the defect and your landlord’s failure to act.

Useful evidence:

• Photos and videos tracking the progression of the issue
• Portal screenshots, emails, or written letters
• GP notes or letters confirming health impact
• Receipts for damaged items or additional expenses
• Logs of missed or cancelled repair appointments
• A simple daily or weekly diary of how the issue affects you

We help you organise this evidence and present a strong, legally compliant case.

For free advice and a FREE Ashton-under-Lyne RICS inspection, please contact us 03338808408.

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Steps To Take & Housing Disrepair Claim Process in Ashton-under-Lyne

Report & Record the Issues

Tell your landlord about the damp, leaks, heating problems or hazards as soon as you notice them. Keep copies of your emails, portal messages, photos and videos. This evidence becomes crucial later in your claim.

Free Case Assessment — usually within 24 hours

Our Housing Disrepair Team reviews your situation, checks when you first reported the issues, and confirms eligibility. We explain the process in plain English and outline how our No Win, No Fee service works before anything moves forward.

Independent RICS Inspection — typically 7–21 days

We arrange a RICS-qualified surveyor to inspect your home, identify the exact defects, confirm the cause, and set out what repairs your landlord must complete. This independent report is powerful evidence and often accelerates settlements.

Letter of Claim under the Pre-Action Protocol

Using the RICS report and your evidence, we send a formal Letter of Claim to your landlord. It sets out defects, the repair history, health impact, required works, and compensation sought under the Housing Conditions Protocol.

Landlord Response Period — 20–30 working days

Your landlord or housing association has a fixed window to reply, propose repairs, or challenge the evidence. We handle all communication and keep you updated throughout.

Negotiation / ADR — often 2–8 weeks

Most Ashton-under-Lyne cases settle during negotiation once the evidence and RICS findings are clear. We work to secure both repairs and compensation as quickly as possible.

Court (Only If Needed)

If the landlord refuses to engage or makes an unfair offer, regulated solicitors in our network can issue proceedings. Even then, most claims settle before a final hearing.

Outcome, Repairs & Enforcement

You receive a repair schedule with dates and compensation for the period you lived with disrepair. If works stall, we escalate—using compliance terms, deadlines, Ombudsman routes, or court enforcement where required.

Typical timeline: 6–12 months for many Ashton-under-Lyne claims, depending on landlord cooperation, surveyor access, and contractor availability. Urgent hazards may be escalated sooner.

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If your property is within these areas, our Housing Disrepair Team can assist immediately.
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No Win, No Fee Housing Disrepair Funding in Ashton-under-Lyne

No Win, No Fee — Clear, Transparent Pricing From Day One

Our Housing Disrepair Team in Ashton-under-Lyne provides a completely transparent funding model so you always know where you stand. There are no upfront costs, no hidden fees, and you only pay if your claim is successful. Before anything begins, we explain the pricing clearly, in plain English, so you can proceed confidently.

No Upfront Costs

You do not pay anything to start your housing disrepair claim. We handle the legal work, evidence review, and initial assessment at zero cost to you. This ensures every tenant in Ashton-under-Lyne, including those in Accrington and Altrincham, can pursue justice without financial worry.

Only Pay If You Win (No Win, No Fee)

Our No Win, No Fee agreement means you are fully protected from financial risk. If your case is not successful, you pay nothing for the work carried out. If you do win, the success fee is deducted from your compensation, but only after your landlord has paid.

Success Fee Capped at 25%

By law and professional standards, the success fee is capped at 25% of the disrepair compensation, making the costs predictable and fair. We provide a written, personalised cost illustration before you agree to proceed, so you always understand exactly what will happen.

RICS Survey & ATE Insurance Explained Upfront

Where a RICS survey or ATE insurance is needed, we explain these clearly at the start.

• A RICS-qualified surveyor provides independent evidence on defects, required works, and the condition of your home. FREE.
• ATE insurance protects you against adverse costs if court proceedings become necessary. FREE if we win or taken out of any compensation if we win

Simple Example

If your final compensation is £4,000, the success fee is £1,000, and you receive £3,000.
This example mirrors a typical claim and helps you understand how pricing works in practice.

Full Cost Transparency Before You Start

Before your claim progresses, we send you a clear, written breakdown of the No Win, No Fee agreement and any potential disbursements. Nothing moves forward until you approve it, ensuring complete clarity.

About Us — Your Ashton-under-Lyne Housing Disrepair Team

Our Ashton-under-Lyne housing disrepair team is led by our nominated solicitors have 20+ years of experience helping tenants challenge Ashton-under-Lyne Council, housing associations, and private landlords. As SRA-regulated solicitors, we work with independent RICS surveyors and have in-depth knowledge of Aston-under-Lyne City Council repair procedures. We offer updates through WhatsApp, phone and email, with accessible formats for vulnerable tenants.

“Everyone deserves a safe home. Our job is to make landlords listen.” 

Your trusted no win no fee housing disrepair team in Ashton-under-Lyne

Compensation You May Receive

Compensation for a

Ashton-under-Lyne housing disrepair claim is usually calculated as a percentage of your rent during the period of disrepair. Minor issues typically result in 10–25%, moderate disrepair 25–40%, and severe cases 40–50%+. 

You may also claim for damaged belongings, extra heating costs, dehumidifiers, and other financial losses caused by damp, mould, leaks or structural issues.

Example: £800 rent × 12 months severe disrepair = £3,840–£4,800.

This reflects typical Ashton-under-Lyne compensation levels for damp and mould, leaks and heating failures.

Real Results for Tenants in Ashton-under-Lyne

Here are common outcomes achieved in Ashton-under-Lyne housing disrepair claims:

• Damp & mould resolved with 40% rent rebate + £2,000 belongings claim
• Roof repairs after landlord dispute + £6,500 compensation
• Unsafe wiring fixed with £3,800 awarded
• No heating for 9 months → £2,750 compensation
• Pest infestation resolved → £1,900 compensation

These figures reflect typical outcomes against Ashton-under-Lyne City Council and major housing associations.

Landlord Defences & Tenant Pitfalls — What to Avoid

Common landlord arguments in Ashton-under-Lyne include: “You never reported it,” “It’s lifestyle condensation,” or “We acted reasonably.” Tenants should avoid mistakes such as not keeping a paper trail, stopping rent, refusing access, or failing to document worsening issues.

We handle all landlord defences and ensure your evidence is presented clearly.

We prepare everything from day one so your Ashton-under-Lyne housing disrepair claim is strong, compliant, and protected from typical council counter-arguments.

After Your Claim — Ensuring Repairs Actually Happen

Once compensation is awarded, we ensure Ashton-under-Lyne Council or your landlord completes the required repairs. This includes enforcing timetabled works, securing compliance orders, applying for unless orders, and claiming additional damages if deadlines are missed. For urgent hazards, we can seek injunctions, and where appropriate, escalate ongoing issues to the Housing Ombudsman.

You won’t be left chasing contractors — we monitor progress until your home is safe and compliant.

Accessibility & Support

We provide full accessibility support for tenants across Ashton-under-Lyne, including interpreters, large-print PDFs, WhatsApp updates, and email-only communication where needed. Vulnerable tenants receive tailored help, and support workers or advocates are always welcome during the process.

Tell us your needs — we adapt.

Your Ashton-under-Lyne housing disrepair solicitors are committed to making the process simple and stress-free.

Start Your Ashton-under-Lyne Housing Disrepair Claim Today

✅ Free RICS survey
✅ Local Ashton-under-Lyne specialists
✅ No win no fee
✅ Regulated professionals: SRA | ICO | RICS

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What happens next?

We confirm eligibility →arrange RICS survey → submit Letter of Claim → keep you updated until repairs are completed and compensation is paid.