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Repairs and maintenance in leasehold properties

How to request a repair

If your building needs a repair that your landlord is responsible for, contact them as soon as possible and ask them to arrange the repair.

Your landlord or managing agent may have a process for reporting repairs that you can use.

Put your request in writing, with the date, and keep a copy. Describe the problem and tell them if it’s urgent.

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Repair letter to landlord

You can use our template letter to write to your landlord to request a repair.

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Last updated:
16 December 2025
Next review:
16 December 2027
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