Damp and mould complaint letter
Create a clear formal complaint to your council or housing association about damp, mould, and poor living conditions.
For urgent issues like leaks, no heating, or dangerous defects — create a stronger written request with next-step guidance.
Dear Sir/Madam,
Yours faithfully,
Send this letter by email right now. Follow up with a phone call to the emergency repairs line.
Note the date and time you sent the letter, who you spoke to, and any reference numbers.
If nothing happens within 24 hours, contact your local council Environmental Health team directly. They can force the landlord to act.
Create a clear formal complaint to your council or housing association about damp, mould, and poor living conditions.
Follow up overdue or ignored repair work with a stronger written request you can copy, print, or save as a PDF.
Take the next step when your landlord has ignored, delayed, or mishandled your complaint.