Blackpool • Council & housing association tenants

Damp & mould compensation for council & housing association tenants in Blackpool

Yes. If your council or housing association landlord has left damp and mould unrepaired after you reported it, you can usually claim compensation and force the repairs. It runs on No Win, No Fee, and under Awaab’s Law social landlords must now investigate and fix serious damp and mould to strict deadlines.

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If your Blackpool landlord refuses to fix major problems in your home, you could make a claim. We help local tenants deal with damp, cold rooms, leaks and broken heating. You can check if you can get compensation for housing disrepair without risking your own money. Our simple check takes just a couple of minutes to complete.

Sea air and older coastal properties mean Blackpool tenants often deal with severe damp and mould. If you rent from Blackpool Council, you deserve a safe home. Damp walls and draughty windows can make family life hard, especially during cold winters. If your landlord ignores repair requests, you do not have to put up with it. You have rights and we can help you take the first step towards getting your living space fixed properly.

What causes damp and mould in a rented home?

  • Penetrating damp from a leaking roof, gutter or wall that the landlord hasn’t fixed
  • Rising damp where a damp-proof course has failed
  • Condensation made worse by broken extractor fans, single-glazed windows or no ventilation
  • Cold spots from poor insulation or a boiler the landlord won’t repair

What you can claim for damp and mould

Compensation reflects how bad the damp and mould was, how long you lived with it, and the effect on your health and belongings. Awards commonly run from a few hundred pounds to several thousand, and courts can award a percentage of your rent back for the period the home was unfit. You can also recover the cost of ruined furniture, clothing and carpets, and your landlord is ordered to carry out the repairs.

Your rights as a Blackpool tenant

Damp and mould are covered by the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 and, for social tenants, by Awaab’s Law, which sets legal timescales for landlords to investigate and fix hazardous mould after the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak.

Whether you rent from the council or a housing association in Blackpool, your landlord must keep your home safe and in repair. The key protections are the:

Signs you may have a claim

  • Black mould returning on walls, ceilings or around windows
  • A musty smell, or clothing and furniture spotting with mould
  • Damp patches, peeling wallpaper or crumbling plaster
  • Reported it to the landlord and repairs were slow, botched or ignored

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Damp & mould compensation in Blackpool: your questions answered

How much compensation can I get for damp and mould in a council house?
It depends on severity and duration, but damp and mould awards commonly range from a few hundred pounds to several thousand, and courts can order a percentage of your rent refunded for the time the home was unfit to live in. The free eligibility check gives you a realistic idea based on your situation.
What is Awaab’s Law and does it help my claim?
Awaab’s Law requires social landlords (councils and housing associations) to investigate reported damp and mould and fix serious hazards within set legal timescales. If your landlord missed those deadlines, that failure strengthens your disrepair claim.
My landlord blames condensation and “lifestyle”. Can I still claim?
Often yes. Landlords frequently blame condensation, but if the real cause is inadequate ventilation, failed insulation, a leak or a broken extractor fan, that is the landlord’s responsibility to fix. A specialist solicitor can arrange an independent damp survey to establish the true cause.
How do I start a housing disrepair claim in Blackpool?
You can start by filling in our short online form. Tell us about the damage in your Blackpool home, like damp and mould or a broken boiler. We will check your details for free and help you take the next step towards claiming compensation.
Can I claim if I rent from Blackpool Council?
Yes. If your landlord failed to carry out needed repairs after you reported them, you could be owed compensation on a No Win, No Fee basis.
What kind of housing disrepair can I report?
You can report serious damp and mould, roof leaks, broken heating, leaking pipes or rotten window frames. If the damage makes your home unsafe or unlivable and your landlord ignored your calls, you could have a valid claim.

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Last reviewed: August 2026. Information for council and housing association tenants in Blackpool.

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