Support for Tenants helps tenants across England and Wales. Wherever you live, call 0800 030 4669 and we will tell you straight away if we can help.
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Direct answer
Yes, most likely. Support for Tenants helps tenants across England and Wales. Wherever you live, if your landlord has left your home in disrepair, you can call us free on 0800 030 4669 and we will tell you straight away whether we can help.
Where we work
We help tenants in England and Wales. This includes:
- Council tenants
- Housing association tenants
- Private renters
- People in temporary accommodation
- Leaseholders and shared owners (the rules are a little different, so check with us)
We work in big cities and small towns. Do not assume you are too far away. You can also browse the areas we cover.
What about Scotland and Northern Ireland?
The law is different in Scotland and Northern Ireland, so we do not cover them. If you live in Scotland, contact Shelter Scotland. If you live in Northern Ireland, contact Housing Rights.
How do I check?
The quickest way is to call us free on 0800 030 4669, or fill in the short form. Tell us your postcode and what is wrong with your home, and we will tell you if we can take it on.
Next step
Free call: 0800 030 4669 | Start your claim | or message us on WhatsApp.
We review every guide at least twice a year and update it when the law changes. If you spot something out of date or wrong, email help@supportfortenants.co.uk.
Reviewed against current housing law for England and Wales as at 25 May 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 and not guaranteed; every case is different.
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Still stuck?
Call us free or start a claim online. We'll tell you honestly whether you have a case worth pursuing.