Living with pests is not just unpleasant; it’s a serious health and hygiene issue. From rats and mice to cockroaches and bedbugs, infestations can make your home unsafe, unclean, and incredibly stressful to live in. If your landlord has failed to deal with the problem, you may be entitled to compensation through a housing disrepair claim.
At Marley Solicitors, we support tenants who’ve been forced to live with pest infestations due to landlord neglect. We’re here to help you take action and get the repairs, justice and payout you deserve.
Pest infestations and housing disrepair
Infestations often happen when properties are in poor condition; damaged brickwork, broken vents, leaking pipes, or gaps in doors and walls can all allow pests to enter. Once inside, they multiply quickly, leaving behind droppings, damage, and potential health risks.
Pest infestations are especially dangerous for families with young children, elderly residents, or people with existing health conditions. If your landlord has ignored your reports or hasn’t arranged proper treatment, they may be legally responsible for the conditions in your home.
Landlord responsibilities
By law, landlords must keep their properties safe, clean, and fit to live in. That includes taking action to:
- Seal entry points that allow pests inside
- Repair structural issues that contribute to infestations
- Arrange professional pest control treatment
- Clear waste or materials attracting vermin
- Prevent re-infestation through proper maintenance
If your landlord hasn’t dealt with the problem despite your complaints, you may be eligible to make a housing disrepair settlement claim.
How we can help
At Marley Solicitors, we specialise in helping tenants stand up for their rights. If you’ve been left to live with a pest problem that wasn’t your fault, we can help you secure compensation and push your landlord to act. Here’s what we offer:
- Free case assessment to see if you qualify
- No win, no fee service, so you don’t pay anything upfront
- A claim for compensation covering:
- The inconvenience and stress caused
- Any health impacts
- Damage to food, belongings, and furniture
- Time spent in unfit living conditions
- Legal support to ensure proper treatment and repairs are carried out
Speak to Marley Solicitors today
You shouldn’t have to live with rats, mice, insects, or any other pests, especially when your landlord has a duty to keep your home safe. Marley Solicitors is here to help you take action and restore your living conditions.
Contact us now for a free, no-obligation consultation, and find out how we can help you make a pest infestation compensation claim today.
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