Other Common Issues
Navigating Common Rental Issues: Noisy Neighbours, Safety Concerns, and Pest Infestations Renting a property can offer flexibility and convenience, but it's not without its potential challenges. Understanding your rights and knowing how to address common issues is crucial for a peaceful and safe living experience. This article focuses on three prevalent concerns: noisy neighbours, safety hazards, and pest infestations, offering tenants practical advice on how to navigate these situations effectively.
Noisy Neighbours
Living Peacefully in Your Home
Loud neighbours disrupting your home life? Here's what to do:
Talk to them: If safe, explain the impact of the noise.
Keep a record: Note dates, times, and the noise.
Inform your landlord (in writing): Include your noise records. They must ensure your home is liveable.
Check local council noise limits. You can usually find them on your local Council's website. If needs, we can obtain this information for you.
Safety Concerns
Keeping Your Home Safe
Your landlord must keep your home safe. Things like broken locks, faulty electrics, or gas leaks are serious.
Tell your landlord, now: Report any safety problems in writing, straight away.
Take photos/videos: Keep a record of the issues.
Contact emergency helplines or services: Gas leaks or fires need urgent help.
Contact the council: If your landlord ignores you, tell your local council.
Pest Infestations
Keeping Your Home Pest-Free
Landlords must handle major pest problems.
Report pests immediately in writing.
Take photos/videos as evidence.
Landlord pays for pest control.
You must keep your home clean.
If the landlord fails to act, contact your local council's environmental health team.
If need guidance, we are happy to you communicate with your landlord.
General Advice
Protect your rights
Read Your Tenancy Agreement Carefully: Understand your rights and responsibilities as outlined in your lease agreement.
Maintain Communication: Keep open and clear communication with your landlord or property manager.
Keep Records: Maintain detailed records of all communication, including emails, letters, and phone calls.
Know Your Rights: Familiarize yourself with local tenant rights and housing laws.
Seek Assistance: Don't hesitate to seek advice.
We're Here to Help
Struggling with housing issues? Contact us for support. Our team can help you navigate your rights and communicate effectively with landlords.