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Has your council or social housing property fallen into disrepair?
Are you renting from the Council or a Housing Association? You may be entitled to compensation.
Living in a home that is in disrepair can have a serious impact on your health, comfort and everyday life. Across Portsmouth, many tenants in council and housing association properties are left to deal with dangerous or unfit living conditions because landlords fail to carry out their legal responsibilities. If you are dealing with problems like damp, mould, faulty heating, water leaks or structural defects, you may be entitled to claim compensation and insist that the necessary repairs are completed.
At SDS Solicitors, we specialise in helping tenants in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas take legal action over housing disrepair. Our experienced team is committed to making sure your home is brought back to a safe and liveable condition. With decades of legal expertise, we work hard to hold landlords accountable and to recover the compensation you deserve under UK housing law.
We offer a free, no obligation consultation and act on a no win no fee basis, so there is no financial risk in pursuing your claim. If your landlord is not responding to your concerns, SDS Solicitors will step in.
Trust our Portsmouth housing disrepair solicitors to protect your rights and get your home back to the condition it should be.
Housing disrepair refers to a failure by landlords, whether Portsmouth City Council or housing association, to keep a rented property in good repair. This includes maintaining the structure and systems essential for a habitable home, such as heating, plumbing, and electrical safety. Common disrepair issues tenants face include:
Mould is a common issue in disrepair claims.
Issues with electrics can be a serious safety issue.
Disrepair can attract rats, mice, and other vermin.
Broken seals and locks can be a security issue.
Landlords are legally obligated to keep a property in a reasonable state of repair and landlords must provide safe, habitable living conditions throughout your assured tenancy.
When your landlord fails to carry out essential repairs, it can leave you living in uncomfortable or even hazardous conditions. If this has happened to you, a Portsmouth Housing Disrepair Claim could help you receive compensation for the disruption and ensure your home is made safe and livable again.
The amount of compensation you may be entitled to depends on how long the disrepair has lasted, how serious it is, and the effect it has had on your everyday life. If your bathroom, kitchen or heating has not been usable, you could claim a percentage of your rent for the affected period — often between 25 and 50 percent, and sometimes more in severe cases.
At SDS Solicitors, we look at every detail of your situation. From the condition of your property to the stress, inconvenience and financial impact you have experienced, we are committed to making sure you receive the compensation you deserve.
Sheldon Davidson LL.B (Hons)
Managing Director
Living in disrepair can lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial strain. Damp and mould are common in Portsmouth due climate and older housing stock. These conditions can trigger respiratory issues, allergies, and even long-term health problems. Structural defects, meanwhile, can make homes unsafe and unsuitable for living.
Beyond health risks, disrepair can cause financial losses, including damage to personal belongings and increased energy bills due to inefficient heating systems. Many tenants also report a decline in mental well-being, facing stress, embarrassment, and diminished enjoyment of their homes.
If your landlord fails to address these issues, you do not have to suffer in silence. Seeking legal advice is the first step to improving your living conditions.
Social housing in England can be handled by either a Council, which is a government authority, or by private Housing Associations which rent out properties. In Portsmouth, and in the wider South East area, your local Council is likely to be Portsmouth City Council however other authorities may operate in the surrounding areas.
If your property is under the responsibility of a private Housing Association, this organisation must be properly registered and approved by the UK Government to operate in England. You can check the details of your association on the list of registered providers on the Government’s website. In Portsmouth and South East, some of the most common housing associations include:
Other private providers operate in Portsmouth, and you can still make a claim for disrepair issues if you are dealing with a provider who does not have a local office in Portsmouth.
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim. Mr B
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim.
Our housing disrepair solicitors have years of experience assisting Portsmouth tenants in holding negligent landlords accountable. We offer free initial consultations to assess your case with no obligations. Thanks to our No Win, No Fee Agreements, you only pay if your claim is successful, ensuring you have no financial risks when pursuing a claim for compensation for housing disrepair in Portsmouth.
From documenting the disrepair to negotiating with landlords or pursuing court action, we manage every aspect of your claim with professionalism and care. Our team understands how distressing housing disrepair can be and works tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
If you believe you have grounds for a housing disrepair claim for a Portsmouth home, you must be able to answer the following questions:
Contact SDS Solicitors. Our team will assess your claim and provide expert advice on the process of claiming for housing disrepair.
Established in Manchester in 1997, SDS Solicitors is a trusted name in housing disrepair claims. We proudly serve clients across Portsmouth and surrounding areas. Whether you’re based in Landport, Buckland, Somers Town, Paulsgrove or Fratton our expert solicitors are ready to help.
We also offer nationwide support across England. With our No Win, No Fee promise, you face no financial risk in pursuing your claim.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Together, we’ll ensure your home is safe and habitable once again.
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No, there are laws in place protecting Council and Housing Association tenants from being evicted for starting a housing disrepair compensation claim against their landlord.
Yes, you should continue regular rent payments throughout a disrepair claim unless you have come to an agreement with the landlord about reducing or withholding rent. Rent arrears could make you liable for eviction, even if you have reduced your rent payments by a reasonable amount while the issues is not resolved or during the repairs if these affect the function of the house or some of the rooms.
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