Compensation for Housing Disrepair Claims

Stockport Homes

What you need to know

  • Stockport Homes manages over 12,000 homes across Greater Manchester on behalf of Stockport Council. As a social landlord, it is legally required to ensure its properties are safe, secure, and maintained to an acceptable standard.

  • Some tenants still experience delays in dealing with damp, heating faults, leaks, and other long-standing disrepair issues. The Housing Ombudsman has investigated several complaints in recent years and found service failures in a number of cases.

  • We work with specialist no-win-no-fee solicitors who help tenants take legal action when repairs are ignored or poorly handled. If Stockport Homes has failed to resolve serious repair problems, you may be entitled to compensation and legally enforced repairs.

Find out if you are eligible to claim against Stockport Homes for repairs and compensation.

Based on the past 6 months' average settlement, the average compensation claim is worth £1,895 – start yours today!

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What Counts as Housing Disrepair?

Disrepair happens when your landlord fails to carry out the repairs it is legally responsible for, leaving your home in a state that affects your health, safety, or day-to-day life. Stockport Homes is responsible for maintaining the structure of the property, heating systems, plumbing, electrics, and more.

If you have reported issues to Stockport Homes that remain unresolved, or repairs were completed poorly or delayed, you may be able to make a claim. Compensation may be awarded for the impact on your living conditions, health, personal belongings, or emotional distress.

We work with experienced solicitors who specialise in housing disrepair claims. They manage the process from start to finish, including arranging inspections, collecting evidence, contacting Stockport Homes, and taking legal action if needed. All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis.

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The range of housing disrepair complaints commonly includes:

  • Mould, fungus or dampness
  • Leaks, flooding or water damage
  • Cracks and structural damage
  • Defective roofing or gutters
  • Defective brickwork
  • Insect infestation
  • Vermin infestation
  • Faulty plumbing, heating and broken boiler
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors and windows
  • Housing Ombudsman claims

If you are experiencing any of these and Stockport Homes has failed to act, legal support can help you enforce your rights.

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Stockport Homes Disrepair Claims FAQs

Yes. If you have reported serious repair issues to Stockport Homes and they have not taken action within a reasonable time, we can assess your situation. There is no cost for our consultation, and we can let you know if you are eligible to take your case forward.

Premier Legal Assist is a regulated claims management company. We work with expert solicitors who know how to handle disrepair cases involving councils. While the Ombudsman can be useful, legal action often results in faster and enforceable repairs.

Start by completing our short online form with a few basic details about the disrepair in your home. We will then contact you for a free consultation to discuss:

  • What problems you are experiencing, and how long they have lasted
  • Whether you have reported them to Stockport Homes
  • How Stockport Homes has responded
  • How the disrepair has affected your health, home, or belongings

If your case qualifies, we will refer you to a housing disrepair solicitor. They will manage everything from inspections to evidence gathering and legal action on a no-win, no-fee basis.

We work with specialist housing disrepair solicitors who have experience handling claims against social landlords like Stockport Homes. They understand how the organisation typically responds to complaints and what legal action is required when issues are ignored.

There are no upfront costs; our team will make the process clear and straightforward. 

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company that focuses on helping tenants enforce their rights. While the council complaints process and Ombudsman can be helpful, legal action is often more direct and effective.

There is no upfront cost to begin your claim. If your solicitor wins your case, a success fee is deducted from your compensation, usually around 25%.

You’ll receive a full breakdown of any fees before you sign anything. A cancellation charge may apply if you withdraw your claim after the 14-day cooling-off period.

If one of our solicitors takes on your case, they will explain the expected timeline and keep you informed at every step. That depends on:

  • The type and severity of disrepair
  • How long the issue has been ongoing
  • Whether Stockport Homes cooperates once legal notice is served

If your solicitor takes on your case, they will advise you about the value of your claim. If your claim is successful, you may be awarded compensation for:

  • Physical or mental health problems caused by disrepair
  • Damage to furniture, clothing, or belongings
  • Being unable to use rooms in your home
  • Stress, disruption, and inconvenience

Your solicitor will thoroughly assess your situation and work to secure the best outcome for your circumstances.

The Housing Ombudsman is a free, independent body that investigates complaints about landlords like Stockport Homes. If you are unhappy after completing Stockport Homes’ complaints process, you can contact the Ombudsman.

The Ombudsman can recommend repairs or compensation, but their decisions are not legally binding, and Stockport Homes is not bound to act on their recommendations.

By taking legal action with a solicitor, you can seek a court order that forces Stockport Homes to carry out repairs and pay compensation. 

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If you are living in a Stockport Homes property with ongoing disrepair, you do not need to face it alone.

If you are eligible to claim, legal support can help you get the repairs and compensation you are entitled to.

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Our Client Commitment

At Premier Legal Assist, we’re here to make sure your voice is heard.

We are committed to:

  • Listening to you and treating your concerns with respect and understanding.
  • Acting quickly and fairly to assess your case and connect you with experienced housing disrepair solicitors.
  • Keeping things clear by explaining your options in plain English and avoiding technical legal jargon.
  • Supporting you throughout the claims process – no pressure, no upfront costs, no time wasting.
  • Respecting your privacy by protecting your personal data.
  • Putting your well-being first, helping you achieve the safe and secure home you deserve.

Because everyone has the right to a home that’s safe, secure, and fit to live in.

Important Information

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint, you can complain to the organisation you are complaining about directly. If the issue is not resolved, you can refer it to the relevant independent Ombudsman service for free.