Flooding Claims
Roach Pittis Solicitors acts for clients across England and Wales in a wide range of civil flooding claims. We represent homeowners, buyers, tenants and landowners who have suffered financial loss due to flooding or undisclosed defects affecting a property. Many claims can be pursued on a no win, no fee basis, subject to assessment.
TYPES OF FLOODING CLAIMS WE HANDLE
Claims against neighbouring landowners where water has escaped from their land and caused flooding, including claims in private nuisance or negligence for failing to prevent or manage water run off.
Claims arising from inadequate or poorly maintained drainage systems, ditches, culverts, soakaways or surface water channels.
Flooding caused by construction works, land alterations or negligent development that changes water flow or increases the risk of flooding.
Claims against public bodies or utility providers, including local authorities and water companies, where failures in water management or drainage systems have caused flooding.
Misrepresentation claims against property sellers who failed to disclose known historic flooding or Japanese knotweed on the TA6 Property Information Form.
Claims involving repeated surface water flooding or long standing water ingress issues arising from neighbouring land or defective infrastructure.
POTENTIAL DEFENDANTS
Flooding related disputes may involve one or more responsible parties, including:
Neighbouring landowners whose land use or poor maintenance has caused water to escape onto your property.
Property sellers who provided inaccurate or misleading information on the TA6 form regarding previous flooding or the presence of Japanese knotweed.
Developers, construction companies or contractors responsible for altering land levels, drainage routes or surface water management.
Local authorities or water companies responsible for maintaining drainage systems, culverts or public watercourses.
Land management companies or estates with responsibility for ditches, embankments or other water management structures.
WHAT YOU MAY BE ABLE TO CLAIM
Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:
The diminution in value of your property caused by the flooding or undisclosed defects.
Remediation and repair costs.
Costs of flood defence work or required preventative measures.
Damage to contents and personal belongings.
Alternative accommodation costs following a flood event.
Other financial losses arising directly from the incident.
HOW WE HELP
Roach Pittis Solicitors assists clients by investigating the cause of the flooding, assessing liability, gathering expert evidence and pursuing compensation from the responsible party. We provide clear guidance throughout the claim and work to secure the best outcome for you.
