Grassroots Football in Cheetham Hill — But Homes Are Falling Apart
Cheetham Hill is a vibrant part of North Manchester, full of culture, community spirit, and a love for football.
On weekends, parks like Crumpsall Park and Broughton Park are alive with local kids chasing the dream hoping to be the next Marcus Rashford or Phil Foden.
While Cheetham Hill doesn’t have its own pro team, locals proudly support Manchester United or Manchester City, with both stadiums just a short drive away.
Football Is Thriving — But Housing Is Suffering
Sadly, even as football brings joy to the area, many homes in Cheetham Hill are falling apart.
Every week, we hear from tenants living in unsafe, unhealthy conditions, including:
- Severe damp and black mould damaging clothes, furniture, and walls
- Leaking roofs with water dripping through light fittings (a major safety risk)
- Crumbling plaster and sinking floors due to structural neglect
- Condensation and poor ventilation, especially in older council flats
One tenant told us they stopped inviting friends over to watch football because the mould smell and wall stains were too embarrassing.
No one should feel ashamed of their home.
What Your Landlord Must Fix by Law
If you rent from:
- A private landlord
- A housing association
- Or the council
They are legally responsible for keeping your home safe and liveable. This includes fixing:
- Damp and mould
- Leaks and water damage
- Structural issues
- Broken heating or poor insulation
If they ignore your repair requests, you have the right to take action — and it won’t cost you anything upfront.
What You Can Do If Repairs Are Ignored
If your landlord isn’t fixing the problem, here are your options:
Make a housing disrepair claim
Use no win, no fee solicitors (so you don’t pay unless the case is successful)
If it’s council housing, you may be able to sue for housing disrepair
Can You Claim Compensation?
Yes many tenants are eligible for compensation for damp, mould, leaks, and more.
Your payout depends on:
- How long the problem has gone unresolved
- The impact on your health, belongings, and day-to-day life
You can try a housing disrepair compensation calculator for a rough idea — or just contact us and we’ll talk you through it.
Everyone Deserves a Safe Home After the Match
Football brings people together but after the game, you deserve to come home to a property that’s:
- Warm
- Safe
- Free from damp, leaks, and mould
If your home is in poor condition, don’t suffer in silence.
Contact Disrepair Support Today
Let’s get your home sorted and your voice heard.
📞 Call us: 0161 710 3295
📧 Email: [email protected]
We’ll help you make a claim and get the compensation you deserve — all on a no win, no fee basis.