Compensation for Housing Disrepair Claims

Solihull Council

What you need to know

  • Solihull Council owns a large stock of council homes across the borough, with day-to-day management delivered by its Arm’s-Length Management Organisation, Solihull Community Housing (SCH). The Council is legally responsible for ensuring its homes are safe, habitable, and properly maintained.

  • In recent Housing Ombudsman investigations, the Council has been found at fault in cases involving delays to repairs and poor complaint responses.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we connect tenants to specialist housing disrepair solicitors who act on a no win, no fee basis. If you live in a Solihull Council property and are struggling with unresolved reported repairs, you may be entitled to claim compensation. 

Find out if you’re eligible to claim against Solihull Council 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 is Housing Disrepair?

Housing disrepair happens when your home becomes unsafe, unhealthy, or unfit to live in because your landlord has failed to deal with repairs within a reasonable time after being reported. Solihull Council, through SCH, must ensure properties are structurally sound, free from serious hazards, and that essential services such as heating, hot water, plumbing, and electrics are maintained. 

If you have reported a repair problem and it has not been resolved, or it keeps coming back after temporary fixes, you may be entitled to make a claim. 

Our panel of specialist housing law solicitors will handle your case from start to finish, gathering evidence, arranging inspections, contacting the Council on your behalf, and, if necessary, taking legal action. All cases are managed on a no win, no fee basis. 

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Common repair issues that may qualify for compensation include:

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

If Solihull Council or SCH has failed to act after you reported problems, you may be entitled to both repairs and financial compensation. All claims are handled on a no win, no fee basis. 

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Solihull Council Claims FAQs

Yes. If you’ve reported repair problems and complaints such as damp, leaks, heating faults, or electrical issues and they have not been resolved within a reasonable time, you may be eligible to claim.  

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company; we connect social housing tenants with solicitors who are experienced in taking legal action against councils. Our team will assess your circumstances and refer you to a solicitor if your case qualifies. Legal action is often more effective than waiting on internal complaints or Ombudsman investigations.

Start by submitting our online claims form and we’ll contact you for a free consultation to discuss the problems you’ve reported, how long they’ve been ongoing, and what response you’ve had from the Council or SCH. 

If your case is suitable, we’ll refer you to a specialist housing lawyer who will arrange inspections, collect evidence, and send legal notice to the landlord. If necessary, they can take court action to secure both repairs and compensation. 

Our network of specialist housing disrepair solicitors has experience dealing with local authorities like Solihull Council. They understand the legal obligations of councils like Solihull and know how to enforce your rights. With our help, you can: 

  • Secure legally enforceable repairs 
  • Claim compensation for inconvenience and poor living conditions 
  • Be supported throughout the process with no upfront costs 

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. 

The length of a claim depends on the type of disrepair, how long it has been ongoing, and how the landlord responds once legal action begins. Some cases are resolved quickly, while others take longer if court proceedings are needed. 

If one of our panel solicitors takes on your case, they will explain the timescales in full. 

Your solicitor will advise you on the types of compensation that you may receive should your claim be successful. Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for:

  • Loss of use of parts of your home
  • Damage to furniture or personal belongings
  • Health problems linked to disrepair (e.g. asthma from mould)
  • Stress, inconvenience or distress

Each case is assessed individually, and your solicitor will advise on what you could reasonably expect to recover.

The Housing Ombudsman is an independent body that investigates complaints made against social landlords such as Solihull Council and Solihull Community Housing. You can escalate your complaint to the Ombudsman once you have gone through the landlord’s internal complaints procedure. 

The Ombudsman can recommend that repairs are carried out, service standards are improved, or compensation is paid for poor complaint handling. This can be a useful way to hold a landlord to account; however, it is important to know that the Ombudsman’s decisions are not legally binding. 

If you want a guaranteed outcome, such as enforceable repairs or court-awarded compensation, taking legal action is often the stronger option. Premier Legal Assist works with solicitors who specialise in these claims and who operate on a no win, no fee basis. 

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If you are a Solihull Council tenant living with unresolved reported disrepair, you don’t need to suffer in silence. If eligible, we can help you secure both the repairs you need and the compensation you deserve. 

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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.