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I have faulty wiring in my rented property. Am I within my rights to withhold rent from my landlord until the problem is resolved?
I am a private tenant and I seem to have loose wiring. The fuse box that contains the wires supplying my living room sockets with power releases green sparks when it is switched on. My landlord is aware of the situation and has contacted an electrician to fix the problem but I have been waiting over a month. I have a six year old living in the house. Am I within my rights to withhold rent from my landlord until the problem is resolved?
We are always loath to advise tenants to withhold rent as it could lead to their being evicted. The best bet is to threaten proceedings for housing disrepair and claim damages through the Courts.
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