Boiler and Electrical Issues in Rented Homes

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, faulty boilers and unsafe electrical systems are your landlord’s legal responsibility. These problems can make your home uncomfortable or even unsafe. As a tenant in the UK, you have the right to live in a safe and well-maintained property.

Who can make a claim for boiler and electrical issue?

You can make a claim if you are a tenant living in a rented home and have reported boiler or electrical problems to your landlord. If they did not fix the issue within a reasonable time and it caused discomfort, risk, or inconvenience, you may be entitled to compensation. This applies whether you rent from the council, a housing association, or a private landlord.

Common boiler and electrical problems

Some of the most reported issues include:

What compensation can you claim?

If your property owner did not fix a broken boiler or unsafe electrical problems, and it made your life harder, you might be able to get compensation. This can include:

Loss of comfort – such as living without heating or hot water for long periods

Health issues – if your physical or mental health was affected by cold or unsafe conditions

Damage to personal belongings – like clothes or appliances damaged by electrical faults or damp

Increased living costs – such as higher energy bills caused by faulty equipment

Stress or inconvenience – from dealing with unsafe or poor living conditions

Why choose us

At National Housing Disrepair, we specialise in helping tenants take action when landlords neglect essential repairs, such as broken boilers or faulty electrics. With years of experience in housing disrepair claims, we understand how stressful poor living conditions can be.

We offer a supportive, straightforward, and no win, no fee service to help you restore your home to a safe and comfortable standard. Our team will review your case free, guide you through the process, help gather the right evidence, and work to get the repairs completed while securing fair compensation.

Start your claim today

If your property owner has ignored boiler or electrical issues, it is time to take action. Delaying can make the problem worse and affect your health, comfort, and safety.

We make it easy to begin your claim. Simply get in touch with our team and tell us what has been happening. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can help improve your home and get you the compensation you deserve.