Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy
Landlord claims damage is tenant’s responsibility
If a landlord says damage is your responsibility, push the claim back onto evidence and the deposit scheme process. Clear documents and the right escalation route often stop unfair deductions.
Housing & Tenancy
Repairs done but problem returned
If a repair was done but the same problem has returned, act quickly and keep everything in writing. This explains how to push for a free repeat repair or a refund and when to escalate.
Housing & Tenancy
Unsafe repair work left unfinished
If a trader has left repair work unfinished and unsafe, act quickly with a written deadline, evidence, and a clear plan to escalate. This page sets out the practical steps that usually get movement in UK cases.
Housing & Tenancy
Landlord delays repairs citing contractor issues
If a landlord keeps delaying repairs because a contractor “can’t attend”, a written deadline and the council’s official reporting route usually move things forward. This explains what to collect and how to escalate calmly in the UK.
Housing & Tenancy
Final bill wrong after switching supplier
If a final energy bill looks wrong after switching supplier, a focused written dispute with dated readings usually gets it corrected. Escalate through the supplier’s complaints route before the Ombudsman if it stalls.
Housing & Tenancy
Council says repair issue is not urgent
If the council says a rental repair is not urgent, push for a written review decision, tighten the evidence, and use the council’s formal complaints route if needed.
Housing & Tenancy
Withholding rent — when it’s allowed
Withholding rent is rarely the safest way to get repairs done in the UK. This explains when deductions can work, what evidence helps, and how to escalate without creating avoidable arrears.
Housing & Tenancy
Tenant fees charged illegally
Illegal tenant fees often appear as admin, referencing, inventory or renewal charges. This explains common UK scenarios, quick checks, and how to push for a refund.
Housing & Tenancy
Broken appliances — who pays?
If an appliance breaks in a UK rental, who pays usually depends on whether it was supplied with the tenancy and what caused the fault. Use the inventory, evidence, and written approval to avoid unfair costs.
Housing & Tenancy
Landlord threatening eviction
Landlord eviction threats are common in UK renting disputes, but a threat is not the same as a lawful eviction. Use these steps to protect your position and gather evidence fast.
