Disrepair
Who has responsibility for different types of repairs. Action that you can take to get the repairs done.
Links to a factsheet that provides information about the help you can get if your home is in a poor condition or unsuitable for your needs. It includes information on the financial assistance and practical support available to help you make improvements, as well as rights to repairs in rented housing.
Most repairs in private rented properties are the landlords’ responsibility, although the tenant will also have some repairing obligations. Information about how to get repairs done in private rente
This section gives information on getting repairs done and common disrepair problems. It explains the tenant's and landlord's responsibilities to do repairs and what options the tenant has if the landlord doesn't meet their obligations.
Getting repairs done can be complicated if you are a leaseholder. Explains the difference between the works a freeholder and a leaseholder is responsible for and sets out how repair work on leasehold property is paid for. Information on what to do if the freeholder refuses to carry out repairs he is responsible for or if a leaseholder refuses to pay for essential repairs. (Content applies to England only.)
Disrepair and poor housing conditions can affect your health and safety. Find out what counts as disrepair. All rented homes must meet certain standards so they are safe and fit to live in. Councils use the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to assess these standards.
If you are a private tenant, find out what you can do if your rented home isn't safe or healthy to live in.
Landlords, tenants and owner-occupiers all have legal responsibilities when it comes to electrical safety. Information on what these responsibilities are. (Content applies to England only.)
This information explains what your landlord should do to make sure that gas appliances in your homes are safe and regularly checked. It also includes information on how to complain about gas safety.
If your home has been flooded and you have to move out and find somewhere else to live, there may be benefits and financial assistance available to help you, and you may be able to get some help with repairs to your home. (Content applies to England only.)
