What a landlord is responsible for
What landlords should fix in a property
Examples of things a landlord should put right might include:
- Leaking roofs
- Damp
- Damaged pipe work and wiring
- Heating and hot water problems (e.g. broken boiler)
Repairs for other things depend on the terms of the agreement between the landlord and the tenant. If a landlord spoils the internal decoration while carrying out repairs they are obliged to carry out, they should repair any damage they have caused.
If you are a landlord and want further guidance about the standards your property should meet, please contact the Private Sector Housing Team who can offer confidential, impartial advice.
You can contact the team by:
- Email at Environmental.Healthmailbox@southtyneside.gov.uk
- Post at Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, Regeneration and Environment, Town Hall, Westoe Road, South Shields, NE33 2RL
- Telephone on 0191 427 7000