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The impact of disrepair on energy efficiency
Energy efficiency is a hot topic in the midst of the cost of living crisis.
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What is ‘Fit For Habitation’?
Find out more about what ‘Fit for Habitation’ means with this article
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What is involved in a council house disrepair claim
Find out how to claim against your council for poor living conditions.
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How to Claim Housing Disrepair
Housing Disrepair Claims are becoming more and more common, due to a rise in poor living conditions.
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We’ve made the shortlist for two “prestigious” national awards!
We’re finalists for not one, but two prestigious national awards.
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Another day, another shortlist!
We’re thrilled to announce that our Managing Director Dan Brito has been shortlisted for Claims Director of the Year.
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Claims Excellence Awards – Finalist
National Claims have been shortlisted for Insurance Times’s Claims Excellence Awards as Third Party Claims Team of the Year.
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Serious injury car accidents
Someone is killed or seriously injured every 22 minutes on UK roads, many of these as a result of someone else’s actions.
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Structural damage can spell disaster
Structural damage is defined as anything that affects a property’s foundation, walls, roof, or load-bearing walls.
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Motorcyclists: Most vulnerable
While motorcyclists make up just 1% of road users in the UK they account for 20% of all accidents, with many occurring as a result of negligence.
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Roof leaks: Landlords duty to repair
While inclement weather can cause a roof to leak, it is important to be aware of other potential causes such as poor installation and maintenance.
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Pedestrian accident claims
There are roughly 20,000 pedestrians injured or killed every year on British roads, many of which as a result of other people’s actions.
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Electrical hazards
All landlords, including councils and housing associations, have a responsibility to make sure your home is fit for purpose and resolve any issues.
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Cyclists: Stay safe on the roads
Last year more than 16,000 cyclists were injured on UK roads, with roughly a quarter of those suffering serious injuries.
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Landlord responsible for pest control
Finding out who is responsible for resolving pest infestations in your council or housing association property.
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Hot water and heating
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported more than 29,000 excess winter deaths between 2019 and 2020.
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