Housing Disrepair Evidence Checklist

Evidence can help demonstrate the severity and duration of housing disrepair issues such as damp, mould, leaks, or heating failures.

Photos and videos

• photographs of mould or damp
• water damage or leaks
• damaged walls or ceilings
• broken heating systems

Landlord communication

• emails reporting the issue
• repair request records
• letters or messages to the landlord

Repair reports

• inspection reports
• maintenance visits
• contractor assessments

Medical evidence

If damp or mould affected health, medical records or doctor notes may help demonstrate the impact.

Environmental health or council records

• inspection reports
• housing authority notices

Estimate compensation

You can estimate potential compensation using the housing disrepair compensation calculator .

Check if you may qualify

Check if you may qualify