Hull • Council & housing association tenants

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

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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Is your Hull home affected by leaks, peeling wallpaper or dark mould? When a landlord ignores repair requests, tenants suffer unnecessary stress. We make it easy to check if you can start a housing disrepair claim for compensation. Our service is completely free to check and runs on a No Win, No Fee basis for your peace of mind.

Low-lying coastal areas around Hull mean many homes face issues with rising damp and heavy moisture. Hull City Council works to keep standards up, but many council and housing association tenants still live with leaking pipes and broken windows. If your landlord leaves you living in unacceptable conditions, checking your claim can help get urgent repairs completed and reward you with compensation.

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 Hull 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 Hull, 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 Hull: 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.
Can Hull tenants claim for damage to personal belongings?
Yes. If damp and mould or water leaks ruin your furniture, clothes or carpets, you can include the cost of these items in your housing disrepair compensation claim.
What should I do before starting a disrepair claim in Hull?
Report the problems to your landlord in writing first. Take photos of all damage and keep a diary of your calls. Then, use our service to check if you can claim.
How long does a No Win, No Fee claim take?
Every housing disrepair case is different. Some landlords agree to fix properties and pay compensation quickly, while others take longer. We help keep the process as smooth as possible.

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

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