Tag: water leak

Insurance company urges landlords to teach tenants how to turn off utilities in emergencies

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th October 2025, 6 months ago | 1

An insurance company is urging landlords and letting agents to help tenants locate their utility shut-off points, after research reveals...

What problem is the Renters’ Rights Bill addressing?

Author: Readers Question

7th July 2025, 9 months ago | 17

By not fully understanding a problem, the risk of putting in a bad fix is magnified. We are seeing example...

Block managing agents and quotes for repairs?

Author: Readers Question

11th March 2025, 1 year ago | 3

Hello, I have a block of flats currently managed by Block Managing Agents. Recently there was a leak in the...

Excess protection for escape of water claims in block of flats?

Author: Readers Question

14th November 2024, 1 year ago | 0

Dear All, I am reaching out to inquire if anyone is aware of insurance companies in the UK that offer an...

Water Leak 6 months and counting?

Author: Readers Question

18th July 2024, 2 years ago | 4

This is a bit far-fetched, but the lawyers here might have an answer. The situation: there is a water leak...

How do I get access to fix a water leak?

Author: Readers Question

19th February 2024, 2 years ago | 7

Hello, I have a ground floor flat with one flat above. I have water leaking through the bathroom ceiling from...

Property management firm refusal to claim on block insurance?

Author: Readers Question

16th October 2023, 2 years ago | 14

Hi, I am a landlord in a block of apartments and have needed to claim block insurance for a large...

Is my letting agent responsible for a poor repair?

Author: Readers Question

8th September 2023, 3 years ago | 8

Hello, I’m looking for advice from Property118 readers regarding a situation I have with my letting agent in Scotland, and...

How do I approach neighbours over a water leak?

Author: Readers Question

24th March 2023, 3 years ago | 4

Hello, I have a mini HMO next door to one of my BTL’s. When someone next door uses the shower...

Legal clarity on flat to flat water leaks?

Author: Readers Question

9th March 2023, 3 years ago | 6

Hello, There was a leak from one flat down to several other flats caused by a damaged waste pipe from...

Leak from upstairs flat – liability?

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

30th January 2023, 3 years ago | 4

Dear Community, I am facing a situation and your opinions will be greatly appreciated. I am a leaseholder of one...