Repairs - what are your options if you are a private rented tenant?
This section highlights what tenants in private rented accommodation need to think about if their landlord doesn't make repairs. It also covers the options open to them if they do decide to take further action.
Getting repairs done if you're renting privately
Check what repairs you and your landlord are responsible for, find out how to tell your landlord about repairs and know how to take action if your landlord won’t do them.
Going to court if your landlord won't do repairs
Find out when it can be worth taking your landlord to court to get repairs done, find out how to fill in the court form and make sure you know what to say at the hearing.
Get help if you're being evicted
Check what help you can get if you’re given a ‘section 21’ or ‘section 8’ eviction notice. Check if you can get money to help you find somewhere to live.