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How to report repairs
Reporting housing repairs to the landlord and what to do if the landlord does not carry out the repairs.
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Repairs - damp
The different types of damp, who is responsible for dealing with it and action you may be able to take.
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Repairs - infestations of pests and vermin
Who is responsible for dealing with infestations, whether the local authority can help, and what you can do if you need help to deal with the problem yourself.
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Repairs - leak from a neighbouring property
When a landlord is responsible for repairing water damage caused by leaks or floods from a neighbouring property, repeated leaks, and what you can do about damaged belongings.
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Going to court if your landlord won't do repairs
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Taking court action because your landlord won't make repairs
Taking court action against your landlord because they have not carried out repairs, the evidence you will need, and what the court has the power to.
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Asking the local authority for help with repairs
Local authority powers and help with repairs for tenants in private rented accommodation.
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Getting repairs done if you're renting privately
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Offsetting rent arrears because repairs haven't been done
How rent arrears for social housing tenants can be offset against the damages for not making repairs if your landlord is taking possession proceedings against you because of rent arrears.
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If you're being evicted because you asked for repairs