Housing Disrepair Claims

Tenants can bring a Housing Disrepair claim if their property is not up to standard. In such a case, the landlord must respond to the tenant and rectify the problems within a reasonable period. Further, if the landlord does not respond or refuses to fix the problem, the tenant can bring the case to court.

Retaliatory evictions

Retaliatory eviction is eviction by a landlord that is motivated by the tenant exercising a legal right. This right can include complaining to the health department, refusing to pay rent, or organizing other tenants. If you believe you were the victim of retaliatory eviction, you may have a case. To calculate the cost of disrepair use the free instant housing disrepair calculator that provides you an estimated cost of disrepair.

Retaliatory evictions can be particularly threatening for tenants who are renting from a landlord who refuses to make necessary repairs. Some states have laws that protect tenants from such retaliation. However, Pennsylvania does not have these laws, so landlords can refuse to repair a tenant’s property simply because he or she exercised a legal right.

Rats and mice

Rats and mice can cause a great deal of damage to your property. These pests infestation can also spread diseases that can be dangerous to your health. To keep mice and rats from infesting your property, you need to be extremely cautious. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can get rid of them safely and effectively.

Rats and mice will chew on anything, including electrical wires. When this happens, the resulting short circuits and non-functioning electrical devices can cause a fire. Rats will also chew through wooden surfaces and documents.

Rat infestations

Rats can be a difficult problem to treat, but there are several precautions you can take to protect yourself and your tenants. First, make sure your property is clean and free from the trash. Then, seal all cracks and holes that the rats can enter. If you notice a rat infestation, report it to the health department so they can investigate.

Rats like to live where people live, and they adjust to a neighbourhood quickly. They thrive on an ounce of food a day and will feed on the trash, garbage, and recyclables found near homes. If you have large quantities of trash or wood, store it high off the ground so that rats cannot build a den in it. Also, clean out your basement regularly and remove any food that spilt onto the floor.

Leaky heating system

A leak in your heating system can be caused by a faulty thermostat. A thermostat’s spindle plug is attached to the valve control by a pin and is sensitive to temperature. If you suspect that your thermostat is leaking, you should contact a gas-safe registered technician for repair. They can identify the pinhole and apply an internal leak sealant to stop the leak. The technician will then close the supply valve and lock the valve to prevent further leaks.

Another cause of a leak in a heating system is a leak in the piping. A leak can allow air into the system, causing the pressure to rise abnormally. This may also lead to noise from your heat piping and circulator pump. Ultimately, a leak can result in the total failure of the heating system.

Unattended heating system

An unattended heating system is a serious health hazard that can cause a variety of respiratory problems. It can also result in heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular illnesses. Heating systems can also expose occupants to asbestos and manufactured mineral fibres, which can damage the lungs. In addition, disrepair in a home can lead to bacterial and intestinal infections. A contaminated water supply can also expose residents to bacteria and viruses, and even lead to a host of other illnesses.

In one case, a resident reported an unattended heating unit (HIU) in their housing in disrepair, and they contacted their landlord to report the problem. The resident informed the landlord that the HIU had not been working properly for over three weeks, and had only barely functioning hot water for three years. The resident said they had spent hundreds of pounds on repairs, which had only lasted for three or six months.