Tag: mould

Deposit query, delay with obtaining quotes for repair

Author: Readers Question

29th July 2013, 13 years ago | 14

I have 3 tenants who recently vacated a property. During their rental I only dealt with one of the tenants...

Fair wear and tear? Landlord needs advice on dispute with Housing Association

Author: Readers Question

5th July 2013, 13 years ago | 3

I entered a contract with Sheppards Bush Housing Association “SBHA” for three years at agreed rent of £310 per week....

The evolution of the Private Rented Sector – Deed of Assurance

Author: Mark Alexander

27th June 2013, 13 years ago | 116

Why on earth would The Mortgage Works “TMW” agree to three year AST’s? More to the point, why would landlords...

Landlords: how to counter tenants’ complaints about damp

Author: Robert Desbruslais

6th June 2013, 13 years ago | 22

How often have you had a tenant complain about damp patches or mould? You may even have had builders or...

Agent’s breach or tenant’s breach? Please HELP!!

Author: Readers Question

22nd April 2013, 13 years ago | 2

Our tenants moved in with pets (ferret, cat and a dog) even though we had advised our letting agents that...

Condensation claim and prescribed information question

Author: Readers Question

15th April 2013, 13 years ago | 17

A tenant sneaked out 2 months into a 6 month tenancy without paying for the rent. At the start I...

Landlords Guide To Health and Safety

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th March 2013, 13 years ago | 4

A Simple Landlords guide to Health and Safety written by Syd Lewis When I first started renting properties some 20...

Hounslow Council Targets Rogue Letting Agents

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th March 2013, 13 years ago | 2

Hounslow Council is warning rogue letting agents that they could be prosecuted for advertising illegal backyard dwellings. More than 100...

Taking a Tenant to Court Over Condensation

Author: Readers Question

2nd February 2013, 13 years ago | 29

I have a court date coming up in April as I am taking my ex tenant to court over damage...

Landlord Regulation is NOT the Answer

Author: Mark Alexander

23rd January 2013, 13 years ago | 7

There is no doubt that our sector is attracting the criminal elements, however, landlord regulation is not the answer. Why...

Damp problem in South Tyneside flats built on watercourses

Author: Readers Question

29th November 2012, 13 years ago | 5

I have a few flats in South Tyneside, some of which are known to have been built on watercourses and...

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The Ultimate Solution For Preventing Overflows

Author: Steve Dalloway

16th October 2012, 14 years ago | 0

This article which looks at “The Ultimate Solution For Preventing Overflows” is the sixth and final part of a series...

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Sealing in Baths and Shower Trays to avoid expensive leaks and also black mould.

Author: Steve Dalloway

15th October 2012, 14 years ago | 6

This article which looks at “Sealing in Baths and Shower Trays to avoid expensive leaks and also black mould.” is...

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Shower Curtains vs Over Bath Screens

Author: Steve Dalloway

12th October 2012, 14 years ago | 10

This article which looks at “Shower Curtains vs Over Bath Screens” is the fourth in a series of articles by...

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Sealants that don’t go black and mouldy

Author: Steve Dalloway

11th October 2012, 14 years ago | 3

This article which looks at “Sealants that don’t go black and mouldy” is the third in a series of articles by bathroom...

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Humidity sensing extractor fans

Author: Steve Dalloway

10th October 2012, 14 years ago | 10

This article which looks at “humidity sensing extractor fans” is the second in a series of articles by bathroom water...

Preventing Water Damage In Rental Properties

Author: Steve Dalloway

9th October 2012, 14 years ago | 29

Hi, I’m Steve Dalloway and I’ve been asked to write a series of short articles for Property118 focussing on preventing...

Mould (mold?) and Condensation Problems

Author: Mark Alexander

27th September 2012, 14 years ago | 6

Like most landlords I have tenants who don’t open windows, dry their washing on radiators and cause mold and condensation...

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Estate agent secretly tried to let home he should have sold

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th June 2012, 14 years ago | 0

An estate agent tried to make some money on the side by renting an empty home he was trying to...

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Quick walk-up DIY wins that will help you sell your property

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th April 2012, 14 years ago | 0

More landlords are expanding than reducing their portfolios in the current climate, but selling needs just as much care. And...