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Damp & Mould Claims

Damp and Mould in Your Rental?
Your Landlord Is Responsible.

Under UK law, landlords must address damp and mould in rented properties. If yours hasn't — you may be entitled to compensation and repairs.

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What counts as a damp and mould claim?

Not every instance of condensation is actionable — but persistent damp or mould that your landlord has been notified about and failed to address creates a strong basis for a claim.

Black mould on walls, ceilings, or around windows
Rising damp from floors or skirting boards
Penetrating damp from a leaking roof, gutter, or defective wall
Condensation damp caused by structural issues (not behaviour)
Mould affecting health — respiratory issues, allergies
Mould damage to clothing, furniture, or belongings

The key legal test

To succeed in a damp and mould claim, you generally need to show:

1
The disrepair existed during your tenancy
2
You notified your landlord (in writing is best)
3
Your landlord failed to repair within a reasonable time
4
You suffered a loss — health, damage to belongings, or loss of enjoyment
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