If your rented home has a problem with damp and mould, which your landlord has failed to address, you may be eligible for damp and mould compensation. At Bartlett’s, our housing disrepair solicitors have vast experience in assisting clients in taking back control of their living situations and securing the compensation to which they are entitled.
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When Are You Entitled To Damp And Mould Compensation?
All tenants deserve to live in a home that is fit for human inhabitation, which includes being mould and damp-free. If you can prove that your landlord is to blame for the problem and that they have failed to address it after you complained, you may be entitled to damp and mould compensation.
Your landlord is subject to various legal obligations, breach of which may lead to problems with mould and damp in your home. For example, the landlord is responsible for fixing the following faults that may cause damp and mould:
- A leaking roof.
- Leaking pipes.
- Wall cracks.
- Rotten or rusty window frames.
- Faulty guttering.
- Defective damp proof course.
If your landlord fails in their duty to remedy issues such as the ones listed above, and mould and damp ensue, you may be entitled to bring a damp and mould compensation claim.
While your landlord is responsible for addressing the underlying issues causing mould and damp in your home, there are steps that you, as a tenant, can take to improve the situation. They include the following:
- Adequately heating your home.
- Opening the bathroom window when you take a shower.
- Not drying your clothes indoors.
If you are unsure whether you are entitled to damp and mould compensation, speak to us. We will review the circumstances of your case, assess the merits of your position, and advise you on the best way forward.
What Evidence Do You Need To Claim Damp And Mould Compensation?
To succeed in a claim for damp and mould compensation, you need compelling evidence. The types of evidence you need to support your case depend on the situation but may include the following:
- Your Tenancy Agreement.
- Photographs of the mould.
- Photographs of any furnishings or personal belongings ruined by the mould.
- Correspondence passing between you and your landlord relating to the issue. If you speak to your landlord in person, it’s best practice to follow up in writing, for example, by way of text message or email. That way, you will be able to prove what was said.
- If the damp and mould have caused you to suffer health issues, copies of your medical notes together with details of any treatment you received.
- Heating or electricity bills if they have increased due to the damp and mould.
- Any relevant receipts, invoices, or other paperwork detailing any financial loss you suffered as a result of the damp and mould.
- Details of any measures you have implemented to improve the situation.
It’s important to collate and retain anything that might be relevant to your claim. However, if you don’t have everything to hand, don’t worry. Our damp and mould solicitors will advise you on the types of evidence you need and help you to gather it.
How Much Compensation For Damp And Mould UK?
How much compensation you can expect to recover in your damp and mould claim depends on various factors, including the following:
- How much rent you pay.
- How long you have been living with damp and mould.
- How bad the damp and mould is.
- Whether the damp and mould have caused you to suffer health issues.
- The extent of any financial loss caused by the damp and mould.
Our damp and mould solicitors will review your case and the evidence in support of your position and give you a feel for the likely level of damp and mould compensation you can expect.
How Can We Help You To Secure Damp And Mould Compensation?
Many damp and mould compensation claims are settled out-of-court, either through negotiations between our damp and mould solicitors and the landlord’s legal advisors, or alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation. We avoid Court proceedings wherever possible, using our expert negotiation skills to secure favourable resolutions for our clients swiftly and cost-efficiently.
If your matter cannot be resolved without the Court’s intervention, we will use our extensive litigation experience to prepare and present a robust, watertight case and achieve a positive outcome for you and your family. We will continue settlement discussions with your landlord as your case progresses. Many damp and mould compensation claims settle long before trial, even when a claim has been issued.
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