Housing disrepair issues
Each issue is covered by Awaab's Law and other tenant protections. Click through to see your rights, the deadlines your landlord must meet, and how to claim. Not sure where to start? See how to get repairs done.
Damp and mould
Awaab's Law deadline: 10 working days
Compensation depends on your case.
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Leaks and flooding
Awaab's Law deadline: 24 hours
Compensation depends on your case.
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Broken heating and hot water
Awaab's Law deadline: 24 hours
Compensation depends on your case.
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Faulty electrics
Awaab's Law deadline: 24 hours
Compensation depends on your case.
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Structural defects
Awaab's Law deadline: 10 working days
Compensation depends on your case.
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Roofing, guttering and drains
Awaab's Law deadline: 10 working days
Compensation depends on your case.
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Pest infestations
Awaab's Law deadline: not yet set (phased in by 2027)
Compensation depends on your case.
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Japanese knotweed
Awaab's Law deadline: does not apply
Compensation depends on your case.
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Spray foam insulation defects
Awaab's Law deadline: not yet set (phased in by 2027)
Compensation depends on your case.
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Broken windows and doors
Awaab's Law deadline: 24 hours
Compensation depends on your case.
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Disability access and discrimination
Awaab's Law deadline: does not apply
Compensation depends on your case.
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