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• Local authority help with repairs - notices and orders under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System

  If your landlord has failed to do repair work, the local authority may be able to force them to take action. The local authority can do this if there's a hazard which is a risk to your health

• Buying or repairing a car

  Buying or repairing a car Buying a used car Problem with a used car Problem with a car repair If the car you bought is still on hire purchase Getting help from a motor trade association Find an approved garage

• Problem with a car repair

  Problem with a car repair This advice applies to England. See advice for See advice for Northern Ireland, See advice for Scotland, See advice for Wales If you’ve had a problem with a car repair

• Using the right to repair scheme

  If your landlord is a local authority, you could use their right to repair scheme to help get your repairs done. If the repair work isn't done within certain timescales, you can claim compensation

• Who is responsible for repairing drains and sewers

  Who is responsible for repairing drains and sewers This advice applies to England. See advice for See advice for Northern Ireland, See advice for Scotland, See advice for Wales This page explains who

• Vehicle insurance – making a claim if you’re in an accident

  insurer for any injuries or losses not covered by your own policy. These are called uninsured losses and can cover alternative transport while your own vehicle is being repaired, loss of earnings, personal

• Student housing - rights and responsibilities in halls

  . In practice, both enjoy the same limited rights and security. The rights of an occupier with basic protection come from the Protection from Eviction Act 1977. Repairs and safety in your accommodation

• Deciding whether to make a small claim

  £10,000. You can use small claims for things like: a faulty product poor service being owed a refund disputes with your landlord - for example, if they haven’t done minor repairs being owed money for work

• Deal with flooding in a rented home - overview

  Your landlord is responsible for repairs if your rented home is affected by flooding, from rain or an issue with a neighbouring property. Your landlord is unlikely to be responsible if you caused

• Getting help with home improvements

  and the help available in your area, contact your local authority. Your local authority can help you do one of the following: adapt, improve, or repair your home. This could be in the form of a grant