complaints

Repair replaced but fault remains

Repair replaced but fault remains

UkFixGuide Team
February 3, 2026

If a repair or part replacement hasn’t fixed the original fault, a written follow-up with a clear deadline usually gets the quickest outcome. This explains what to gather, what to ask for, and when to escalate.

Company requests mediation then withdraws

Company requests mediation then withdraws

UkFixGuide Team
January 28, 2026

If a company offers mediation then withdraws, lock the timeline in writing and move to the formal complaints or payment dispute route. This page explains what to gather and when to escalate in the UK.

Company refuses alternative dispute resolution

Company refuses alternative dispute resolution

UkFixGuide Team
January 25, 2026

If a company refuses ADR, the quickest route is to secure a final response, set a deadline, and prepare a letter before claim. This explains what evidence matters and when to escalate in the UK.

ADR decision ignored by business

ADR decision ignored by business

UkFixGuide Team
January 25, 2026

If a business ignores an ADR decision, treat it as non-compliance and move to a clear final deadline and enforcement. This explains what evidence matters and when to escalate in the UK.

Letting agent closed complaint without action

Letting agent closed complaint without action

UkFixGuide Team
January 22, 2026

If a letting agent closes a complaint without fixing the issue, push for a written final response and follow the official complaints route. If they still stall, prepare to escalate to the agent’s redress scheme.

Boiler repaired temporarily then fails again

Boiler repaired temporarily then fails again

UkFixGuide Team
January 22, 2026

If a boiler repair only works briefly and then fails again, treat it as a repeat-performance issue and push for a return visit under the original job. This explains what evidence helps and when to escalate if the firm delays.

Access request used to harass tenant

Access request used to harass tenant

UkFixGuide Team
January 21, 2026

Repeated access requests can cross the line into harassment when they are vague, frequent, or used to apply pressure. This explains how to set boundaries, build evidence, and escalate through the right UK channels.

Unsafe repair work left unfinished

Unsafe repair work left unfinished

UkFixGuide Team
January 19, 2026

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.