Yes, we can. If you’ve complained about repair problems such as damp, heating failures, or dangerous electrics and Kirklees Council hasn’t fixed them within a reasonable time, you may have a valid claim.
Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. While you can raise complaints with the Council or the Housing Ombudsman, our panel of specialist housing lawyers can help you secure faster results through legal action, including Court if necessary.
What you need to know
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Thousands of social housing tenants across the UK are living in homes affected by damp, leaks, and serious disrepair that can pose health risks and impact daily life.
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Kirklees Council is one of the largest local authority landlords in West Yorkshire, managing around 22,000 council homes. It has a legal duty to ensure these homes are safe, secure, and well-maintained. If you've reported repair issues and the Council hasn't acted promptly, you may be entitled to repairs and compensation.
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At Premier Legal Assist, we connect tenants to specialist housing disrepair solicitors who work on a no-win, no-fee basis to help get the repairs you're entitled to and pursue compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and potential health problems caused by the Council’s failure to act.
Find out if you’re eligible to claim against Kirklees Council for repairs and compensation.
Based on the past 6 months' average settlement, the average compensation claim is worth £1,895 – start yours today!
What Counts as Housing Disrepair?
Housing disrepair happens when a landlord like Kirklees Council fails to carry out essential repairs, leaving a home unsafe or unsuitable to live in. The Council is legally required to maintain the structure of the property and fix reported issues within a reasonable timeframe.
Kirklees Council has faced criticism from both the Regulator of Social Housing and the Housing Ombudsman for failing to resolve complaints about damp, mould, and overdue fire safety work. If you’ve reported problems and received no meaningful response, you could be entitled to compensation.
We work with a panel of experienced solicitors who specialise in claims against local authority landlords like Kirklees Council. Once your case is accepted, your solicitor will handle everything (inspections, evidence, negotiations) on a ‘no-win, no-fee’ basis, with no upfront cost to you.
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Common disrepair complaints 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
Kirklees Council has been found non-compliant by housing regulators due to widespread backlogs in repairs, with thousands of residents affected. If you’ve been waiting months for vital repairs or living in unsafe conditions, legal action can help make a difference.
Housing Disrepair Claims
Kirklees Council Disrepair Claims
I'm unsure if I have a claim against Kirklees Council. Can you help?
What’s the process for making a disrepair claim against Kirklees Council?
It’s quick and easy. Start by completing a short form outlining the issues in your property. We’ll then call you for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll ask:
- What disrepair you’ve reported
- How long the problems have persisted
- What Kirklees Council has done (if anything)
- How it’s affected your health, wellbeing, or home
- What evidence of the disrepair you have
If you qualify, we’ll connect you with a trusted solicitor who will take on your case and manage it from start to finish on a no-win, no-fee basis.
Why should I use Premier Legal Assist for my Kirklees Council claim?
At Premier Legal Assist, we help tenants hold councils like Kirklees accountable. When repair requests and complaints are ignored, your rights are being breached - we make sure those rights are enforced.
We work with specialist no-win, no-fee housing disrepair solicitors who:
- Are experienced in dealing with claims against local authorities
- Know how to push for urgent repairs
- Fight for the maximum compensation you may be owed
Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint against Kirklees Council, you can complain to your social landlord or refer it to the Housing Ombudsman yourself for free.
What does it cost to make a claim against Kirklees Council?
There’s no cost to start your claim. If your case is successful, your solicitor will charge a success fee (usually 25% of your compensation). This will be explained in full before anything is signed.
If you cancel after the 14-day cooling-off period, a cancellation charge may apply.
How long does a housing disrepair claim take?
Every case is different, but once your solicitor accepts your claim, they will advise you on how long they think your case will take. This usually depends on:
- How serious the disrepair is
- Whether court action is needed
- How quickly Kirklees Council responds and co-operates with the complaint
What kind of compensation could I receive?
If your solicitor takes on your case, they will advise you about the value of your claim. Compensation is assessed based on how the disrepair has affected you. You may be entitled to redress for:
- Health issues (e.g., from damp or mould)
- Damage to personal belongings
- Parts of your home being unusable
- Emotional stress and disruption
If your claim is successful, your solicitor will aim to recover the maximum amount possible based on your specific situation.
The Housing Ombudsman is a free, independent service that investigates tenant complaints about social landlords, including Kirklees Council. If you’ve followed the Council’s complaint process and still have unresolved issues, you can escalate to the Ombudsman.
While the Ombudsman can recommend compensation or repairs, its decisions are not legally binding, and many tenants prefer legal action, which can lead to enforceable court orders for repairs and proper compensation.
At Premier Legal Assist, we connect you with expert disrepair solicitors who can handle your claim on a no-win, no-fee basis, offering a more effective path when the Council fails to act.
Get in touch with Premier Legal Assist today
If you live in a Kirklees Council property with unresolved disrepair, you don’t have to go through it alone. Complete our short claims form and take the first step toward getting the repairs and compensation you deserve.
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.