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One of the most popular questions we are asked all the time is 'how long does a disrepair claim take?' This is completely understandable, clients have often been through a huge trauma and put up with problems for a very long time, with very little action from their council or housing association.
This can vary from case to case with a typical range from 3 to 9 months. The time will vary depending on the level of disrepair and also what exactly needs to be fixed. Our aim is to provide our clients with a service that is not just quality but also chases the council and housing associations on your behalf. We have established links with many councils and housing associations due to the volume of cases we deal with and this can often help in getting a sppedy resolution to your claim.
We have settled cases between £1,500 all the way up to £10,000. The actual percentage that you will be awarded will always depend on the severity of the disrepair. A completely uninhabitable property will result in 100% compensation, however, this is extremely rare. Normally, compensation ranges between 25% to 50% of the rent of the property.
There are many variables to account for when calculating how much a housing disrepair claim is worth. It will come down to how serious the disrepair is, whether you have had health problems due to the disrepair, how long the problem has been there, and whether or not you have had any belongings affected.
If your belongings have been damaged or lost due to the housing disrepair, perhaps by a water leakage, you will not be awarded a replacement item, but a lump sum to reflect the value of that item. The amount you receive will also depend on any proof you are able to provide to the courts that the disrepair caused the damage to the item. We always recommend taking pictures of your home and belongings with date stamps on. We have helped clients claim for damaged clothing and also electrical items such as televisions.
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Dealing with housing disrepairs can be a stressful and traumatic time, particularly if your council or housing association isn’t assisting in the matter. If it has come tot he stage where you are looking for legal help then often this is the last straw and you have tried everything else.
If you have a housing disrepair claim, contact our specialist team at Evans Hughes as we have a wealth of experience in dealing with such matters. Through our expertise, we can help you put a value on your claim and pursue it professionally. We will review your case for free and offer practical expert advice on what can be done to resolve the issues and, if applicable, help you claim compensation.
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