Landlord and tenant pest control responsibilities in the UK
This is general information, not legal advice. Tenancy agreements, local authority action and the cause of the infestation all affect who pays. If the position is disputed, get advice from a housing adviser or solicitor.
Structure and common parts
Problems that come from the building — defective drains, holes in the structure, infestations in shared risers — are often the landlord's responsibility to put right.
Occupier hygiene
If the infestation is clearly driven by how the property is used, a landlord may argue the tenant should act. Evidence matters.
Local authorities
Councils can act on premises that are prejudicial to health. Processes differ by area.
Practical step
Report the issue in writing with photos. Arrange a survey so the cause is recorded, then use that report in the conversation.
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