Damaged windows or doors can be more than just an inconvenience, they can compromise your safety, increase your energy bill, and lead to further issues such as damp or mould. At Watson Woodhouse, we understand how frustrating it can be when your landlord neglects their duty to maintain and repair essential parts of your home. Our dedicated housing disrepair team is here to support you in holding your landlord accountable and ensuring your property is safe, secure, and fit for purpose.

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For a no-obligation discussion, call our specialist Housing Disrepair solicitors on 01642 247656, email us at disrepair@watsonwoodhouse.co.uk or use our contact form, and we will call you back.

What are window and door disrepairs?

Window and door disrepair issues arise when the windows or doors in your home become damaged or insecure, requiring immediate repair or replacement. Common examples include broken or cracked glass, faulty locks or hinges, warped frames, draughts, or doors that don’t close or latch properly.

What are my landlords’ responsibilities in relation to window and door disrepairs?

Your landlord is legally obligated to ensure all windows and doors in your rental property are in good repair, safe, and secure. Key responsibilities include:

• Repairing or replacing damaged window frames and sashes.
• Ensuring internal and external doors, door saddles and door frames are in working order.
• Maintaining hinges, locks, handles, trapper bars, and letterboxes on external doors.

Neglecting these repairs can lead to serious issues, such as:

• Damp and mould growth.
• Structural damage to the property.
• Vermin or pest infestations.
• Reduced security.

If your landlord has failed to address these problems, and you’ve experienced any of the above issues, you may be entitled to make a claim.

What are my responsibilities as the tenant in relation to window and door disrepairs?

While your landlord is primarily responsible for repairing and maintaining the property, the tenant also has an obligation to ensure the property remains in good condition. This includes:

Reporting the issue promptly

It is the tenants’ responsibility to inform their landlord of any repairs required.

Taking care of the property

The tenant is expected to use the property reasonably and avoid any damage.

Maintaining internal fixtures

Tenants are usually responsible for minor maintenance tasks, such as:

• Fixing handles, hinges, or locks on internal doors.
• Maintaining kitchen and bedroom unit doors.
• Keeping door handles, hinges, and catches on drawers in working order.

Do I have to pay for legal representation?

If your case is successful, all legal fees are payable by the landlord. Should your case not be successful no claim for fees from you shall be made.

This makes this course of action one of the most accessible, tenant-friendly and risk-free actions available.

A full explanation in relation to the terms of our conditional fee agreements will be provided to you prior to the commencement of any action taken on your behalf.

How Can Watson Woodhouse Help?

We are here to help.

Call us for a FREE and confidential consultation with a specialist solicitor on 01642 247656 or email our housing disrepair team at disrepair@watsonwoodhouse.co.uk.

Alternatively, complete our online contact form and one of our solicitors will be in touch or send your photos of disrepair, damp and housing conditions to our dedicated WhatsApp group on 078259 15604.

Watson Woodhouse Solicitors provides support to clients throughout England and Wales.