Housing disrepair compensation allows tenants in the UK to claim financial redress when landlords fail to carry out essential repairs. Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, landlords are legally required to maintain rental properties in a safe and habitable condition. If problems such as damp, mould, leaks, broken heating, or electrical faults are reported but not resolved within a reasonable time, tenants may be eligible for housing disrepair compensation. The amount awarded depends on the severity of the issue, how long it persisted, and its impact on health and daily living conditions. Keeping written repair requests, photographs, and medical evidence can help strengthen your claim.
