Heating Problems in Rental Homes: What Landlords Must Fix

Right to a Warm Home

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, your landlord must ensure installations for the supply of water, gas, electricity, and sanitation are in working order. This explicitly includes space heating and heating water.

What is an Emergency?

A total loss of heating or hot water, especially in winter, is considered an emergency. Landlords should aim to fix this within 24 hours.

Compensation for Cold Homes

If you are left without heating for an unreasonable time, you can claim compensation for the discomfort and for the increased cost of using electric heaters as a substitute.