Compensation for Housing Disrepair Claims

Yorkshire Housing

What you need to know

  • Thousands of social housing tenants across the UK are living in homes affected by damp, mould, leaks, and serious disrepair that can impact health and wellbeing.

  • Yorkshire Housing is one of the North of England’s major housing associations, managing tens of thousands of homes. They are legally responsible for keeping those homes safe, secure, and in good repair. If you’ve reported issues and Yorkshire Housing has failed to act, you may be entitled to compensation.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we connect tenants with specialist housing disrepair solicitors who work on a no-win, no-fee basis to help tenants get vital repairs carried out and pursue compensation for the disruption and distress caused by Yorkshire Housing’s failure to meet its legal responsibilities.

Find out if you’re eligible to claim against Yorkshire Housing 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?

Housing disrepair refers to serious problems in your home that your landlord fails to fix in a reasonable time. Yorkshire Housing has a legal obligation to maintain the structure and essential services of your property.

If you’ve complained about issues such as leaks, faulty heating, dangerous electrics, broken locks, damp or mould and Yorkshire Housing hasn’t taken appropriate action, you may be entitled to compensation. Many tenants have reported recurring repair delays, missed appointments, and prolonged issues with damp and heating.

We work with a panel of specialist housing lawyers who bring claims against housing associations like Yorkshire Housing. Once your claim is accepted, your solicitor handles everything from inspections and evidence collection to negotiating compensation and pushing for repairs – all on a no-win, no-fee basis service, so you don’t pay unless your claim is successful.

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Common disrepair issues that may form the basis of a claim include:

  • Mould, fungus or damp
  • Leaks, flooding or water damage
  • Cracks and structural damage
  • Defective roofing or gutters
  • Defective brickwork
  • Insect infestations
  • Faulty plumbing, heating and broken boilers
  • Vermin infestations (rats and mice)
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors, windows, and locks
  • Housing Ombudsman claims

Yorkshire Housing has committed to improving repair performance, but many tenants still report long delays, poor communication, and inadequate responses to urgent repair needs.

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Yorkshire Disrepair Claims FAQs

Certainly. If you've reported repair issues to Yorkshire Housing and they haven't been fixed within a reasonable timeframe, you may have a valid disrepair claim. Common disrepair complaints include damp, mould, faulty heating, structural problems, or unsafe electrics.

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You can raise complaints with Yorkshire Housing or the Housing Ombudsman, but legal support through our panel of solicitors is often quicker and more effective in securing results.

Start by filling out a quick online claims form about the disrepair in your Yorkshire Housing property. After that, we’ll contact you for a free consultation, where we’ll ask:

  • What repair issues you've reported
  • How long they’ve been ongoing
  • Whether Yorkshire Housing has responded
  • What impact the issues have had on your health, safety or comfort

If your claim qualifies, we’ll refer you to one of our trusted housing disrepair solicitors. They’ll manage everything from that point, at no cost to you unless the claim succeeds.

When you've reported issues, and nothing has been done, it's more than frustrating; it’s a failure of duty. At Premier Legal Assist, we help tenants take legal steps when complaints to landlords go ignored.
We work with experienced, specialist no-win, no-fee housing disrepair solicitors who:

  • Know Yorkshire Housing’s processes and obligations
  • Push for urgent repairs and meaningful action
  • Fight for the compensation you deserve

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 your landlord or refer it to the Housing Ombudsman yourself for free.

There's no upfront cost. If your solicitor wins your case, they will deduct a success fee (typically 25%) from the final compensation.

All fees will be explained clearly before you agree to proceed. If you change your mind after the 14-day cooling-off period, cancellation fees may apply, but there are no hidden charges.

Every case is different, but once your solicitor accepts your claim, they will estimate how long it may take. Timeframes vary depending on:

  • The severity and type of disrepair
  • Whether legal proceedings are needed
  • Yorkshire Housing’s response time

Your lawyer will keep you informed at every stage of the case.

If your solicitor takes on your case, they will advise you about the value of your claim. Compensation depends on how the disrepair has affected your life, so you may be entitled to claim if:

  • Parts of your home were unusable
  • You or your family experienced health issues
  • Your personal belongings were damaged
  • You suffered inconvenience, stress or hardship

Each case is assessed individually, but your solicitor will fight your corner and aim to secure the maximum compensation you're legally entitled to.

The Housing Ombudsman is an independent body that investigates complaints about social housing landlords like Yorkshire Housing. If you’ve used Yorkshire Housing’s complaints process and still haven’t had a satisfactory response, the Ombudsman can step in.

They can recommend repairs, compensation or apologies, but their decisions are not legally binding. That’s why some tenants choose to take legal action through a solicitor, which can compel the landlord to carry out repairs and pay compensation.

At Premier Legal Assist, we connect you with solicitors who specialise in disrepair cases. It’s a faster, more enforceable route when your landlord isn’t taking your complaints seriously.

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If you live in a Yorkshire Housing property with unresolved disrepair complaints, you don’t need to face it alone. Fill out our short form to start your claim and take the first step toward repairs, compensation, and justice.

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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.