Common disrepairs
These are just a few of the many repair problems that we can help you with.
Call us if you have any of these issues or if you are experiencing any other problems…
Rising & Penetrative Damp
“Unhealthy”
You no longer have to put up with living in a damp property.
Living in a damp property is extremely unhealthy for you and your family.
All types of damp are covered by our service including rising & penetrating damp.
Mould and Mildew spores
“Allergies”
Regular or long term exposure to mould, can, particularly in people with underlying health issues lead to asthma symptoms & can trigger attacks.
Mould can also cause sore eyes, throat irritation, coughing, wheezing, allergic reactions & impaired lung function in addition to many other serious medical problems.
It is important to your health not to live in a property with long term mould problems.
Rats, Rodents & Insect infestation
“Disease”
Rodents carry a vast range of disease-causing organisms, including bacteria, viruses & worms.
Vermin also carry numerous parasites, they can spread fleas, ticks, lice & mites all of which humans are in danger of contracting.
It is a serious public health risk for you, your family & neighbours to be living in an environment with either rodent or insect infestation.
Roof damage and Water leaks
Leaking roofs can cause a range of severe issues to the
Broken, missing or damaged tiles & slates allow leaks to develop which create water damage & dry rot that can lead to collapsed ceilings causing a risk of injury to you or your family.
Water leaks can affect the entire structure of a building, they are a major cause of damp and mould which can affect your health.
“Risk of Injury”
Boiler leaks & heating problems
Electrical faults and Fire risks
“Fire Risk”
It is a landlord’s legal duty to ensure that your property is fit for purpose & safe. Electrical issues must be dealt with to ensure that you are not put at risk.
Electrical damage can occur when wiring malfunctions due to overloading, short-circuiting, poor installation or simply through wear and tear.
They all have the potential to cause serious damage & harm. Some of the main hazards include electric shocks and in extreme cases electrocution, these faults are a fire risk which in serious cases can lead to loss of life.
These are just some examples of housing repair problems, there are many more. If you are experiencing any other issues that your landlord is not fixing we can still help, just call us for Free advice.
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“Danger to health”
Apart from broken down heating being a major inconvenience, it can also be a danger to your health, a lack of hot water can also become a major hygiene problem.
A home without heating can get very cold, leading to other disrepair issues which can also make you ill. You have the right to heating to be kept in proper working order with repairs carried out in reasonable time.