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No win no fee housing disrepair: what does it cost me?
Checked 20 June 2026
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
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Key facts
- No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
- The panel solicitor explains the Conditional Fee Agreement before you sign it.
- Ask what deductions may be made and what insurance, if any, is included.
- The call to check whether you have a claim is free.
What no win no fee means
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
What you pay if you win
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
What you pay if you lose
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
Why this matters for tenants
The Conditional Fee Agreement sets out the funding terms. Read it carefully and ask the panel solicitor to explain anything you do not understand before signing.
Related questions
Do I pay anything upfront for a no win no fee claim?
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
What happens if I lose?
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
Where does the fee come from if I win?
No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
Is the first call free?
Yes. The call to check whether you have a claim is free.
If your landlord has left repairs undone, We check whether you may have a claim. If you do, we refer you to an SRA-regulated panel solicitor who gives legal advice and runs the case. No upfront cost. You only pay if you win, and the fee comes out of the compensation, not your pocket. If you don't win, you pay nothing.
By: Support for Tenants editorial team
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Reviewed against current housing law for England and Wales as at 20 June 2026. Checked by our SRA-regulated panel solicitors. This is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. Any compensation figures or ranges shown are illustrative only, not a promise; every case is different.