Compensation for Housing Disrepair Claims

Barnsley Council

What you need to know

  • Barnsley Council is responsible for thousands of social housing properties and is legally obligated to keep those homes safe, structurally sound, and in a good state of repair.

  • If you’ve reported issues like damp, mould, leaks, faulty electrics, or heating breakdowns and Barnsley Council hasn’t resolved them, you may be entitled to compensation and repairs.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we connect tenants to specialist ‘no-win, no-fee’ solicitors who deal with housing disrepair cases against local authorities like Barnsley Council.

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

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

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What Counts as Housing Disrepair?

Housing disrepair happens when your landlord fails to fix issues that affect your rented home's safety, condition, or comfort. This includes problems with the structure, damp, mould growth, heating, plumbing, electrics, or infestations.

Through Berneslai Homes (its arms-length management organisation), Barnsley Council is required by law to complete repairs within a reasonable time. However, some tenants have faced prolonged delays or repeated problems. Issues like recurring mould, heating outages in winter, and broken windows or poorly maintained roofing are common and can seriously affect tenants’ health and wellbeing.

We work with a panel of experienced solicitors who specialise in social housing disrepair claims. Once your claim is accepted, your solicitor will handle everything, from inspections and evidence collection to pushing for urgent repairs, and, where appropriate, securing financial compensation.

You pay nothing up front. You only pay a fee if your case is successful – ‘no-win, no-fee.’

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Common disrepair issues that may form the basis of a claim 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 boilers
  • Vermin infestations (rats and mice)
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors, windows, and locks
  • Housing Ombudsman claims

If you've already reported issues and they’ve still not been fixed, taking legal action could be the next step.

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Barnsley Council Disrepair Claims

Absolutely. If you've complained about serious disrepair and Barnsley Council or Berneslai Homes hasn't resolved it, you could have a valid legal claim. Common problems include damp, heating failures, faulty electrics, or structural damage in your rented home.

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. We assess your case for free and connect you with solicitors who specialise in disrepair claims against local councils. You do not need to use a claims management company, but taking legal action often results in faster, more effective outcomes than complaints alone.

It starts with a short online form describing the problems in your home. We’ll contact you for a free consultation where we discuss:

  • What repairs you’ve reported
  • How long the issues have persisted
  • What (if anything) Barnsley Council has done
  • How the disrepair has affected your health or property

If your case qualifies, we’ll refer you to a housing law solicitor who will manage the process from start to finish. This includes inspections, formal notices, and legal action, all on a ‘no-win, no-fee’ basis.

It's frustrating and unfair when complaints go unanswered or repairs are repeatedly delayed. At Premier Legal Assist, we help social housing tenants access legal support quickly and easily. We work with experienced, specialist no-win, no-fee housing disrepair solicitors who:

  • Understand how Barnsley Council and Berneslai Homes operate
  • Push for urgent repairs
  • Work to secure the maximum compensation available

We offer a streamlined, supportive service with no upfront cost to you.

While you can complain directly to Barnsley Council or the Housing Ombudsman, taking legal action through our panel of solicitors often leads to more efficient results.

There is no upfront cost to begin your claim. If your solicitor wins your case, a success fee is deducted from your compensation, usually around 25%.

You’ll receive a full breakdown of any fees before you sign anything. A cancellation charge may apply if you withdraw your claim after the 14-day cooling-off period.

The duration depends on:

  • The type and severity of the disrepair
  • How quickly Barnsley Council or Berneslai Homes responds
  • Whether the case requires court proceedings

Once your solicitor has reviewed your case, they’ll give you an estimated timeline and keep you informed throughout.

If your solicitor takes on your case, they will advise you about the value of your claim. If your disrepair claim is successful, you could receive compensation for:

  • Being unable to use part of your home
  • Health issues caused by damp, mould, or cold
  • Damage to personal belongings
  • Stress, inconvenience, and loss of enjoyment

Your solicitor will assess your specific situation and aim to get the full amount you’re entitled to.

The Housing Ombudsman is a free and independent body that investigates complaints made by tenants of social housing landlords, including Barnsley Council and Berneslai Homes. The Ombudsman can step in if you've already raised a complaint directly and had no resolution.

The Ombudsman can recommend repairs, compensation, or apologies, but it cannot force landlords to take action. Its powers are limited, and outcomes may take months.

Legal action through a solicitor can lead to faster results and enforceable repair obligations. At Premier Legal Assist, we help tenants explore this legal route, especially when informal complaints haven’t resolved the problem.

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If you’re a Barnsley Council tenant struggling with unresolved disrepair, help is available. Take the first step toward a safer, healthier home and the compensation you may be owed.

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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.