Paul Hayes
- Senior Litigation Manager
- Property Litigation
Senior Litigation Manager quoted in The Times on water damage, insurance claims and landlord obligations
Senior Litigation Manager, Paul Hayes, has been quoted in a recent The Times property advice column addressing a reader’s concerns about water ingress, black mould and ongoing disputes with a management company over repairs and insurance claims.
The article explores the responsibilities of landlords, management companies and insurers when water damage occurs in residential properties, and considers the steps property owners can take when repairs are delayed or liability is unclear.
Commenting on the issue, Paul explains that whether repair costs can be recovered through a building insurance policy will depend on the cause of the damage and the terms of the policy. He also highlights the importance of reviewing the lease, understanding the landlord’s repairing obligations and seeking clarity from the management company regarding any insurance claims that may or may not have been pursued.
Paul further notes that, even where insurance may ultimately cover the damage, landlords and management companies can still have separate obligations to carry out repairs. He advises affected property owners to keep detailed records, obtain relevant reports and continue pressing for information and a timeline for remedial works.
Read the full article in The Times here (£).
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