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Are you a tenant in Bury living with damp, mould, leaks, broken heating, pests, or unsafe electrics? Our expert team specialises in Housing Disrepair Claims in Bury, helping tenants force landlords or the council to complete urgent repairs and secure fair compensation. As experienced housing disrepair solicitors in Bury, we handle cases locally while working as part of a wider housing disrepair claim team supporting tenants across England.
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Are you a tenant in Bury living with damp, mould, leaks, broken heating, pests, or unsafe electrics? Our expert team specialises in Housing Disrepair Claims in Bury, helping tenants force landlords or the council to complete urgent repairs and secure fair compensation. As experienced housing disrepair solicitors in Bury, we handle cases locally while working as part of a wider housing disrepair claim team supporting tenants across England.
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Start your claim today — fill in the form for a FREE, confidential consultation and get expert guidance on your housing disrepair claim in Bury.
We arrange a qualified RICS surveyor to inspect your home and document all disrepair issues.
We draft and send a formal Protocol Letter of Claim outlining defects, delays, and the compensation you’re owed.
We negotiate repairs, deadlines, and compensation directly with your landlord for a faster resolution.
We take court action and enforce repair orders if your landlord refuses to fix the problems.
We explain what housing disrepair is, how it affects your health and home, and how our Bury team helps tenants secure repairs and fair compensation.
Housing problems take a toll, damp that never dries, mould that comes back, boilers that cut out when it’s cold, leaks that stain ceilings and ruin your peace of mind. If you’ve reported repairs and nothing meaningful has happened, you don’t have to keep living like this.
Start taking action today by completing our quick contact form. Our Bury housing disrepair team provides free, confidential guidance to help you understand your rights, get repairs completed, and claim compensation for unsafe or unhealthy conditions. Tenants who are unsure whether they qualify can also use our housing disrepair eligibility checker to get quick clarity on their situation.
Housing disrepair occurs when a rented property becomes unsafe, unhealthy, or unsuitable to live in because the landlord has failed to carry out necessary repairs within a reasonable timeframe. Common problems include damp, mould, leaks, faulty heating, unsafe electrical systems, or pest infestations, all of which can impact your health, comfort, and quality of life.
Landlords have legal responsibilities under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, and Awaab’s Law (2024), which requires faster action to tackle issues like damp and mould. If you’ve reported repairs and the landlord hasn’t acted, you may be entitled to make a housing disrepair claim to have the problems fixed and claim compensation for your troubles. Our wider legal network also supports tenants outside Greater Manchester, including those using housing disrepair solicitors London no win no fee services.
Housing disrepair claims also follow clear categories of landlord responsibilities under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, and Awaab’s Law (2024).
Below are the most common types of disrepair we help tenants across Bury resolve:
Damp and Black Mould
Persistent damp, mould on walls or ceilings, mould on furniture or clothes, or moisture behind wardrobes. These conditions are now treated as urgent under Awaab’s Law, requiring faster landlord action due to their health risks. Tenants facing these problems can read more about damp and mould claims and how urgent cases are handled.
Leaks and Water Damage
Water coming from roofs, gutters, pipework, or upstairs flats. This can cause ceiling stains, damaged belongings and long-term structural problems if ignored. Where leaks originate from pipework or drainage, plumbing and drainage disrepair claims may apply.
Broken Heating or Hot Water
Boilers that repeatedly fail or homes without reliable heating or hot water—especially dangerous during winter months and a breach of your landlord’s legal obligations. In many cases, these issues fall under boiler and heating system disrepair claims.
Unsafe Electrics
Faulty wiring, sparking sockets, tripping circuits or exposed electrics. These defects pose a serious fire and safety risk and must be fixed promptly by the landlord. Claims involving wiring faults are handled through electrical fault housing disrepair claims.
Infestation Issues
Rodents, insects, or other pests caused by gaps, structural defects, leaks, or poor maintenance. Landlords are responsible for addressing infestations linked to the property condition.
Structural Defects
Cracked walls or ceilings, blown plaster, rotten windows and doors, or other structural problems that affect your safety and the home’s integrity. Issues involving frames or access points are often linked to windows and doors disrepair claims.
Poor Ventilation and Condensation Problems
Homes without proper extraction in kitchens or bathrooms, windows that won’t open, or persistent condensation causing damage or mould.
Damaged Kitchens or Bathrooms
Broken fittings, unusable appliances, leaking sinks, cracked baths, or unsafe flooring that makes key rooms impossible or unsafe to use.
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Just as the law recognises specific categories of disrepair, it also recognises the serious impact poor housing conditions can have on your health and day-to-day life. Damp, mould, cold homes and unsafe electrics are not minor inconveniences—they are hazards that landlords must address under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 and Awaab’s Law (2024).
Below are the most common health effects we see among tenants across Bury:
Breathing Problems & Asthma Flare-Ups
Damp and mould release spores that can trigger asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing, and long-term breathing difficulties—especially in children.
Respiratory Infections
Cold, damp conditions increase the risk of chest infections, sinus issues, and persistent colds due to poor indoor air quality.
Skin Irritation & Allergies
Mould, moisture and dust from poor ventilation often lead to rashes, itching, and aggravated skin conditions.
Headaches & Fatigue
Cold homes, musty air, and unsafe electrics can all contribute to headaches, dizziness and general fatigue caused by poor indoor conditions.
Stress, Anxiety & Sleep Disruption
Living with ongoing hazards affects mental wellbeing. Constant damp smells, noise from leaks, or cold rooms often lead to disturbed sleep and daily stress.
High-Risk Groups
Children, older people and vulnerable tenants feel the effects most, making prompt repairs even more crucial under the law.
We can arrange an independent RICS survey in Bury to document the disrepair, assess the risks, and confirm what repairs your landlord must carry out.
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Knowing who is legally responsible for carrying out repairs is crucial when making a housing disrepair claim. While it can be frustrating to live with ongoing issues for months, the law sets out clear responsibilities for landlords and expectations for tenants. Understanding these rules is important because failing to follow them can affect the strength of your claim.
Your Bury landlord must repair:
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. The same legal principles apply across England, whether you are dealing with a local authority in Bury or pursuing a case with a housing disrepair attorney in Birmingham.
Tenants should:
The Law (Simple Explanation)
If you reported the defect and your landlord failed to act within a reasonable timeframe, you may have a strong disrepair claim.
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 Bury Council, any housing association, or a private landlord, provided you occupy the property under a valid tenancy.
You may qualify if:
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:
We help you organise this evidence and present a strong, legally compliant case.
For free advice and a FREE Bury RICS inspection, please contact us 03338808408.
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 Bury 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 Bury claims, depending on landlord cooperation, surveyor access, and contractor availability. Urgent hazards may be escalated sooner.
No Win, No Fee — Clear, Transparent Pricing From Day One
Our Housing Disrepair Team in Bury 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 Bury including, Birmingham Blackburn and Bolton 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.
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.
We arrange a qualified RICS surveyor to inspect your home and document all disrepair issues.
We draft and send a formal Protocol Letter of Claim outlining defects, delays, and the compensation you’re owed.
We negotiate repairs, deadlines, and compensation directly with your landlord for a faster resolution.
We take court action and enforce repair orders if your landlord refuses to fix the problems.
Our Bury housing disrepair team is led by our nominated solicitors have 20+ years of experience helping tenants challenge Bury Council, housing associations, and private landlords. You can learn more about our background, regulation, and values on our About our housing disrepair team page. As SRA-regulated solicitors, we work with independent RICS surveyors and have in-depth knowledge of Bury City Council repair procedures. We offer updates through WhatsApp, phone and email, with accessible formats for vulnerable tenants.
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Compensation for a Bury 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 Bury compensation levels for damp and mould, leaks and heating failures.
Here are common outcomes achieved in Bury housing disrepair claims:
These figures reflect typical outcomes against Bury City Council and major housing associations.
Common landlord arguments in Bury 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 Bury housing disrepair claim is strong, compliant, and protected from typical council counter-arguments.
Once compensation is awarded, we ensure Bury 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.
Our team provides full accessibility support for tenants in Bury making housing disrepair claims, including interpreters, large-print PDFs, WhatsApp updates, and email-only communication when needed. Vulnerable tenants receive tailored guidance, and support workers or advocates are always welcome during the housing disrepair claims process.
Tell us your needs — we adapt.
Your Bury housing disrepair solicitors are dedicated to making the process simple and stress-free.
✅ Free RICS survey
✅ Local Bury specialists
✅ No win no fee
✅ Regulated professionals: SRA | ICO | RICS
To begin, complete our online form or visit our contact us page to speak directly with the housing disrepair team.
We confirm eligibility →arrange RICS survey → submit Letter of Claim → keep you updated until repairs are completed and compensation is paid.
While we specialise in Housing Disrepair Claims in Bury, we provide guidance for tenants whose properties are outside the area and help them understand how to make a claim.
The length of a housing disrepair claim in Bury depends on the severity of the issue and the landlord’s response. Most cases are resolved within a few months, with repairs completed and compensation awarded efficiently.
Yes. You can still make a housing disrepair claim in Bury for unresolved repairs or unsafe conditions, even after leaving the property. Our team will guide you through the process.
No. Tenants pursuing Housing Disrepair Claims in Bury are legally protected. Our experts ensure your claim is handled carefully, without affecting your tenancy.
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