housing disrepair

Compensation claim for disrepair disputed

Compensation claim for disrepair disputed

UkFixGuide Team
January 24, 2026

If a landlord disputes compensation for disrepair, a written timeline and a firm request for a point-by-point decision usually moves things forward. This explains what to prepare, how to use the official complaints route, and when to escalate.

Independent survey contradicts landlord’s claim

Independent survey contradicts landlord’s claim

UkFixGuide Team
January 21, 2026

If an independent survey contradicts the landlord’s claim, focus on a written deadline, evidence, and the council inspection route. This usually breaks the stalemate and gets repairs scheduled.

Landlord ignoring repairs — escalation steps in the UK

Landlord ignoring repairs — escalation steps in the UK

UkFixGuide Team
December 15, 2025

If your landlord is ignoring repairs, stop sending endless polite chasers. In the UK, repairs move when you (1) document...