Housing Disrepair Expert Reports

At Bemerton Consulting, our RICS Chartered Building Surveyors in Liverpool can undertake property inspections for housing disrepair purposes in the event of tenant and landlord disputes. We provide expert, independent assessments that support both claimants and defendants in housing disrepair proceedings.

Legislative Framework

Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act set out specific legislative requirements relating to the condition and maintenance of tenanted properties. This area of housing law is often complex and requires the preparation of a fully Part 35 compliant expert report prior to commencing proceedings or in defence of a claim.

Our Housing Disrepair Services

Whether you are a registered social landlord, private landlord dealing with claims, or a tenant living in defective premises, our experts can assist with:

• Part 35 compliant expert witness reports
• Detailed condition inspections and defect analysis
• Assessment of disrepair claims and counterclaims
• Defect analysis reports for negligence and poor workmanship
• Expert evidence for court proceedings

Strategic Property Management

Beyond housing disrepair, we also provide strategic property management advice to help clients make informed decisions about their property assets. This includes portfolio condition assessments, long-term maintenance planning, and advice on building development or refurbishment strategies.

Contact our team today to discuss how we can help with housing disrepair reports or strategic property management across Liverpool, Merseyside and the North West.