Damp Crisis, Lack of Funds, and Zero Support What Can Tenants Do?
We’re in the middle of a housing disrepair crisis. As the population grows, the demand for social housing rises but the quality of these homes is falling apart. From black mould to leaking roofs, tenants are being left in unsafe, unliveable conditions. The impact on mental health is serious. But the physical health risks are even more urgent.
Did you know that the NHS spends £0.9 billion a year treating health problems caused by damp and mouldy homes? That number rises to £15.4 billion when other healthcare services are included.
Councils Are Overwhelmed But That’s No Excuse
Local councils are flooded with repair requests, but they lack the resources and manpower to respond. Calls go unanswered. Complaints are ignored. Tenants are left suffering in silence.
According to the English Housing Survey, over 904,000 homes in England have had damp problems. That’s 4% of the entire social rented sector. This isn’t a small issue — it’s a national scandal.
The Harsh Reality: Heat or Eat?
As energy bills continue to rise, many tenants are forced to choose between heating their homes or buying food. But for those living with housing disrepair, turning on the heating can actually make things worse it feeds the damp, fuels mould growth, and increases the risk of illness.
Awaab’s Law But Has Anything Changed?
In 2022, two-year-old Awaab Ishak tragically died due to prolonged exposure to mould in his home. The coroner’s report was a wake-up call to the entire country. In response, Awaab’s Law was passed in July 2023 to improve housing standards.
But despite this new law, many families are still living in unsafe, unhealthy homes.
Tenants Deserve Better And That’s Where We Come In
Disrepair Support exists to fight back against these conditions. We help tenants:
- Get their homes repaired to a liveable standard
- Claim compensation for disrepair
- Hold landlords and councils legally accountable
If your landlord has refused repairs, ignored complaints, or left you in a home with black mould, damp, or unsafe conditions, you may be entitled to financial compensation — and we can help you claim it.
You Don’t Have to Suffer in Silence
The system may be broken, but that doesn’t mean you have to live like this. At Disrepair Support, we stand with tenants. We make sure your voice is heard and your home is made safe again.
If you’re living in disrepair, don’t wait. Reach out today get the compensation and support you deserve.