Living in a home that’s falling apart is stressful, unhealthy, and unfair. If you’re a Bristol tenant dealing with damp, mould, leaks, or other disrepair issues, Marley Solicitors is here to help. We specialise in housing disrepair claims, fighting for local renters to get the repairs and compensation they’re entitled to. Whether you’re in St George, Easton, or anywhere across Bristol, our dedicated team understands your struggles and knows how to make your landlord take action.

Why pick us for your housing disrepair claim in Bristol?

When you’re looking for a company to handle your housing disrepair claim in Bristol, you want a team that’s local, reliable, and gets results. Here’s why Bristolians trust us:

  • Expert solicitors: Our team has years of experience tackling disrepair claims against Bristol City Council, housing associations, and private landlords.
  • No win, no fee: We work on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, so there’s no financial risk, you only pay if we win your case.

Housing disrepair in Bristol: The local stats

Housing disrepair is a big issue in Bristol, and the numbers show just how many tenants are affected. Here’s what’s happening in our city:

  • Damp and mould crisis: A 2023 study by Hodge Jones & Allen found that 59% of Bristol renters reported damp in their homes, higher than the national average of 48%, making it one of the city’s most common disrepair complaints.
  • Council claims surge: Bristol City Council faced over £600,000 in personal injury and disrepair pay-outs between 2015 and 2020, including housing-related cases (Bristol Live, 2020). Nationally, councils paid £55.1 million for 17,000 disrepair claims over five years, with Bristol among the top contributors.
  • Outstanding repairs: The Regulator for Social Housing (2024) revealed nearly 16,000 overdue repairs across Bristol’s council housing stock, with half delayed by over a year, proof that tenants are waiting too long for fixes.
  • Tenant action: The Housing Ombudsman saw a 91% rise in social housing complaints UK-wide in 2023/24, with Bristol tenants increasingly seeking compensation, pay-outs locally range from £1,000 to over £5,000 for severe cases.

These stats hit home for Bristol. If you’re living with disrepair, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to put up with it.

What’s housing disrepair in Bristol?

You could have a claim if your landlord’s ignored problems like:

  • Damp or mould (a huge issue in Bristol’s older homes)
  • Leaking roofs or broken windows
  • Faulty boilers or no heating
  • Cracked walls or unsafe stairs
  • Pest infestations (rats or mice)
  • Broken kitchen or bathroom fittings

If you’ve told your landlord, whether it’s Bristol City Council, a housing association like Abbeyfield Bristol, or a private owner, and nothing’s been done, we can step in.

How we sort it for you

Dealing with disrepair in Bristol can feel like shouting into the wind, but we make it easy:

  1. Free bristol chat: Call us for a no-obligation talk, we’ll visit your place in BS1, BS5, or beyond to check the damage.
  2. Evidence that counts: We’ll help you snap photos, grab repair requests, and get surveyor reports to build a solid case.
  3. Pushing for action: Most claims (over 90%) settle out of court, we’ll negotiate with your landlord to get repairs and cash sorted fast.
  4. Court if needed: If they won’t budge, our Bristol solicitors are ready to take it to the next level.

A Bristol tenant’s win

“Mould was everywhere in my Redfield flat, my kids were getting sick, and the council ignored me for months. Marley Solicitors got the damp fixed and won me £3,500. They knew Bristol’s system and made it happen.” – Jade M., Bristol Tenant

Act now – Bristol’s time limits

You’ve got six years from when the disrepair started (or three if it’s harmed your health) to claim under UK law. Don’t wait, contact us today for your free consultation. We’re available 24/7, and ready to help.

At Marley Solicitors, we’re proud to stand up for Bristol tenants, from Southmead to St Pauls. Let’s get your home fixed and your voice heard. Reach out now.

Call Us: 0330 999 1888

Email Us: lesley@marleysolicitors.co.uk / yasmin@marleysolicitors.co.uk

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