Cracks • Subsidence • Bulging Walls
Large cracks in walls, subsidence, bulging walls or sloping floors in your rented home? These are serious structural defects claims. We specialise in cracks in walls landlord disputes and subsidence claims tenant on a genuine structural disrepair no win no fee basis.
Large cracks, subsidence, bulging walls and sloping floors are not cosmetic issues. They signal dangerous structural movement that can lead to collapse, water damage, mould growth and long-term health problems. As a tenant you have strong rights under UK law. Landlords who delay structural defects repairs expose themselves to major structural defects claims and substantial compensation.
Most landlords only act once formal legal pressure is applied — which is exactly why our No Win No Fee service delivers fast results for tenants across the UK.
Stair-step, diagonal or widening cracks in brickwork, plaster or ceilings – classic signs of foundation movement.
Interior or exterior walls bowing outward – a serious structural failure requiring urgent attention.
Ground sinking causing floors to slope, doors and windows to stick, and new cracks to appear.
Poor maintenance, blocked drains, leaking roofs, tree roots, clay soil shrinkage and long-term water ingress are the leading causes. Many structural defects are directly linked to untreated damp problems, which is why we also specialise in damp and mould claims.
Falling ceilings, walls or debris can cause serious injury.
Water ingress often leads to toxic mould affecting respiratory health.
Property becomes unsafe, unmortgageable and stressful to live in.
Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, landlords must maintain the structure of the property. Failure to repair structural defects is a clear breach of your tenant rights.
| Issue | Typical Compensation |
|---|---|
| Large cracks & wall movement | £5,500 – £18,000+ |
| Subsidence & sloping floors | £8,000 – £25,000+ |
| Bulging walls + water damage | £10,000 – £30,000+ |
Free Assessment
Tell us about the problem
Evidence Gathering
Photos + repair requests
Expert Survey
Independent structural report
Formal Claim
Letter Before Action sent
Repairs + Compensation
Fast resolution
"Huge diagonal cracks after heavy rain. They forced the landlord to fix the subsidence and secured me £14,500 compensation. Life-changing!"
— Sarah Thompson, Manchester
"Bulging walls made the house unsafe. Excellent service – full repairs and £9,800 compensation in weeks."
— James Patel, Birmingham
"Cracks everywhere. The team got my landlord to act fast and won substantial compensation on No Win No Fee."
— Emma Richardson, Leeds
Yes. Landlords must maintain the structure under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Large cracks, subsidence, bulging walls, sloping floors and any movement affecting stability.
Always report in writing with dated photos and keep records of every communication.
Yes – for distress, inconvenience and any related costs on a No Win No Fee basis.
Free assessment, evidence collection, expert survey, formal claim and negotiation for repairs plus compensation.
Urgent structural defects must be fixed immediately; others usually within 14–28 days.
Only after proper legal advice. We recommend pursuing a formal disrepair claim instead.
Photos, written repair requests, medical records (if health affected) and engineer reports.
Yes – subsidence is a serious structural defect for which landlords are legally responsible.
Typical awards range from £5,500 to £25,000+ depending on severity and duration.
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