landlord repairs

Council inspection for rental property

Council inspection for rental property

UkFixGuide Team
January 6, 2026

A council inspection can feel daunting, but it usually follows a clear pattern: evidence, hazard checks, and a repair plan. This explains what to expect and how to prepare without making things harder.

Repairs delayed for months — escalation path

Repairs delayed for months — escalation path

UkFixGuide Team
January 6, 2026

If repairs have been delayed for months, a written timeline, clear deadlines, and the right escalation route can usually restart progress. This covers practical steps and what evidence helps in UK rentals.

No heating in rental — emergency steps

No heating in rental — emergency steps

UkFixGuide Team
December 20, 2025

No heating in a rental is usually fixable with a few safe checks, but repeated lockouts and low pressure often need a Gas Safe engineer. Use clear evidence and escalation steps to get repairs moving.

Landlord ignoring emails and calls

Landlord ignoring emails and calls

UkFixGuide Team
December 19, 2025

If a landlord ignores emails and calls, the repair can drift for weeks and the evidence gets messy. Use a clear written timeline, practical checks, and escalation routes that usually work in UK rentals.