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Understanding Your Rights for Housing Disrepair Claims Against Wokingham Borough Council

What you need to know

  • Wokingham Borough Council provides and manages council housing across the borough. It is legally responsible for keeping its homes safe, secure, and in good repair. This means maintaining the structure and exterior of properties and dealing with issues promptly once tenants report them.

  • When repairs are delayed, ignored, or carried out to a poor standard, tenants can be left living in unsuitable or unsafe conditions, which can cause health issues, damage belongings, and make daily life uncomfortable.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we help tenants in Wokingham who are living with disrepair. We connect you with solicitors specialising in housing disrepair claims against councils like Wokingham Borough Council. All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Find out if you’re eligible to claim against the Council for repairs and compensation.

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

What is Housing Disrepair?

Housing disrepair is when your home becomes unsafe, unhealthy, or unsuitable to live in because repairs have not been carried out within a reasonable time. This can include damp and mould, damage to the structure or exterior, faults with plumbing or heating, unsafe electrics, or infestations from insects or vermin.

Wokingham Borough Council is required to maintain the property's structure, keep heating and hot water installations in good working order, and ensure the home is free from serious hazards. If you have reported a problem and it has not been resolved, or it returns soon after a repair, you may have the right to make a claim.

We work with experienced housing law solicitors who will handle your case from start to finish, including gathering evidence, arranging an independent inspection, and pursuing legal action if necessary. All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Start your claim against Wokingham Borough Council with Premier Legal Assist

Common repair issues that may qualify for compensation 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 boiler
  • Vermin infestations
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors, locks and windows
  • Housing Ombudsman claims

If Wokingham Borough Council has failed to act despite repeated reports, legal action could help you secure repairs and compensation.

All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Wokingham Borough Council Disrepair Claims FAQs

Yes. If you’ve reported repairs but are still living with unsafe or unhealthy conditions, you may have a case. We can carry out a free consultation to confirm whether you are eligible to make a claim.

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make a complaint; you can complain directly to your landlord or refer it to the Housing Ombudsman yourself for free. 

First, complete our online claim form describing the disrepair issue and how long it has been ongoing. If your case is eligible, we will refer you to one of our panel housing law solicitors.

If needed, the solicitor may arrange an independent inspection, gather photos or medical records, and send a formal legal notice to the Council. If the Council still fails to carry out repairs, the solicitor can take the matter to Court. 

We work with solicitors specialising in housing disrepair claims against social landlords like Wokingham Borough Council. They understand the legal obligations your landlord must meet and how to enforce them, helping you:

  • Get essential repairs carried out
  • Claim fair compensation for the inconvenience and impact on your life
  • Hold your landlord accountable for failing to maintain your home

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 are no upfront costs. If your case is successful, a success fee (usually around 25% of your compensation) will be deducted from your settlement. This will be explained clearly before you agree to proceed.

Termination fees may apply if you end your claim after the 14-day cooling-off period. 

This depends on the type and severity of disrepair, how long it has been ongoing, and how quickly the landlord responds. If your case is taken on by one of our panel of solicitors, they will manage your claim from start to finish and keep you updated throughout. 

You may be entitled to claim for:

  • Loss of use of part of your home
  • Damage to your possessions
  • Health problems linked to disrepair
  • Distress, inconvenience, and disruption to your daily life 

If your case is taken on by one of our panel of housing law solicitors, they will explain your compensation options to you in full. 

The Housing Ombudsman is an independent body that looks into complaints about social landlords such as Wokingham Borough Council. You can contact them after completing the landlord’s own complaints process. They can recommend repairs or compensation, but their decisions are not legally binding.

Legal action is often the most effective route if you want enforceable repairs or guaranteed compensation. Premier Legal Assist can connect you with specialist solicitors who will act on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Get in touch with Premier Legal Assist today

If you are a Wokingham Borough Council tenant living with unresolved reported repair complaints, you don’t have to accept poor housing conditions. If your case is eligible, with our help, you can secure both the repairs you need and the compensation you deserve.

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.