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Council & Housing Association Disrepair Claims in Taunton
We help council and housing association tenants right across Taunton claim compensation for housing disrepair, damp, mould, leaks, broken heating and more. We deal with local authorities and social landlords every day.
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Rent from the council or a housing association in Taunton? You could claim compensation and get the repairs done. It's a free check, with no obligation.
Check my claim, freeCan you claim housing disrepair compensation in Taunton?
If your home in Taunton has damp, leaks or broken heating, you do not have to live with it. Landlords must keep rented homes safe and dry. You can check if you can claim compensation for housing disrepair on a No Win, No Fee basis. It takes just a few minutes to start your check.
Tenants living in council homes managed by Somerset Council or rented from housing associations often report issues with damp and mould during wet winter months. Older terrace houses and flats in Taunton can easily suffer from poor insulation and roof leaks. When a landlord ignores repair requests, damp spreads quickly and damages furniture. You deserve a dry, safe place to live. Checking if you have a claim helps hold your landlord accountable and gets repairs sorted properly.
What Are Your Rights as a Tenant in Taunton?
Regardless of where you live in Taunton, whether you rent from the council or a housing association, you are protected by the law in England and Wales. The Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 states that your home must be:
- Structurally sound and free from instability.
- Free from serious damp and mould growth.
- Equipped with functioning heating and hot water systems.
- Safe from hazards like faulty wiring or gas leaks.
If your Taunton landlord fails to meet these standards, you can claim compensation.
What You Could Claim For in Taunton
If your landlord has failed to fix these issues within a reasonable time, you could be entitled to compensation.
Damp & Mould
Black mould on walls, wet patches, and rising damp affecting your health.
Structural Damage
Cracks in walls, subsiding floors, or crumbling plasterwork.
Leaks & Water Ingress
Leaking roofs, burst pipes, or water coming through windows.
Heating Issues
Broken boilers, faulty radiators, or no hot water in winter.
Pest Infestation
Rats, mice, or cockroaches entering through structural holes.
Damaged Belongings
Compensation for furniture, clothes, or carpets ruined by disrepair.
Taking Action in Taunton
If your landlord in Taunton has ignored your repeated requests for repairs, you don't have to suffer in silence. From severe damp issues to dangerous structural faults, you are legally entitled to live in a safe and habitable property. We connect local residents with specialist housing-disrepair solicitors who force necessary repairs and claim the compensation they rightfully deserve on a No Win, No Fee basis.
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