Collapsed Ceiling Disrepair Claims

A collapsing ceiling should be taken care of right once as a major safety risk. Should landlord carelessness cause the collapsed ceiling, legal ramifications may follow. Tenants have the right to live in reasonably conditionable homes; landlords have an obligation to keep the property in this state. Have your landlord’s neglect caused you suffering? See our house repair professionals to find out whether you qualify for compensation claims. We operate on a No Win No Fee premise, hence unless we win your case you won’t pay a thing.

Particularly if people live in the impacted area, a collapsing ceiling can be a major threat. Falling garbage could result in major injuries or even death. Mould or water damage that caused the roof to fall can also be dangerous to your health. For those with allergies or compromised immune systems in particular, mould can aggravate respiratory issues.

Another sign of underlying structural problems needing attention is a collapsing ceiling. Ignoring the issue could cause more harm, which can be expensive and time-consuming to fix.

Making sure everyone is safe comes first; if needed, the impacted area should be evacuated. Turn off the power to the impacted area should there be any electrical wiring or fittings in the ceiling to stop more damage or risk. You could get an electric shock hence avoid touching the cables.

You should next follow up with your landlord to document the fix. A expert will visit your house to clear the last of the trash and investigate the cause of the collapse—structural problems, water damage, inadequate installation, or another. Their necessity to rebuild the whole ceiling or just fix specific portions will depend on the degree of damage.

It’s also important to take pictures and write down details of the damage that you can show your owner, insurance company, or other important people. Notifying your landlord right away and asking them to act to fix the damage would help you, as a tenant. If your landlord doesn’t fix the problem right away, you may need to look for legal help from our housing disrepair lawyers or get help from the local housing authority.