If you’ve rented a property under an assured shorthold tenancy and your tenancy deposit was not properly protected, you may be entitled to make a tenancy deposit protection claim.
At PR Scully, we help tenants across the UK pursue justice and recover the deposit compensation they are entitled to.
In instances where the agency or landlord failed to protect your deposit, you can claim compensation for any wrongdoing. For example, if your deposit was not protected and the landlord decided to keep some of the money unfairly, you can fill out a claim form to recoup that money.
Contact us online, call 0161 768 3174, or email our team at info@prscully.com so we can help streamline the compensation process for any tenancy deposit claims you may have and negotiate a fair return on your stress.
What Is Tenancy Deposit Protection?
Under the Housing Act, landlords (or their letting agents) are legally required to protect your deposit in one of three approved schemes, such as the Deposit Protection Service (DPS), within 30 days of payment. They must also provide prescribed information confirming:
- Which tenancy deposit scheme is used
- How the deposit is protected
- How to raise a dispute
If the landlord failed to meet these requirements, you may be owed compensation, even if the tenancy has ended.
When Can You Make a Deposit Claim?
You can make a tenancy deposit claim if:
- Your deposit was not protected
- You didn’t receive the prescribed information
- The deposit was returned late
- Your deposit was unjustly withheld
Claims can be made even after the tenancy ends, as long as you can provide evidence, such as a tenancy agreement, receipt, or formal letter from your landlord or agent.
What Can You Claim?
If the court agrees that your deposit wasn’t properly protected, your landlord or agent may have to pay compensation of 1 to 3 times the value of the deposit paid. You may also receive a refund of any unjust deduction. This is something your assigned solicitor will be able to negotiate on your behalf and keep you up-to-date on.
The Claims Process Explained
Making a tenancy deposit compensation claim with PR Scully is straightforward:
- Contact us with your details, agreement, and any evidence
- We send a formal letter of claim to your landlord or letting agent
- If they do not respond or pay, we issue a claim form to the local county court
- The court’s decision will confirm whether compensation is owed
Make sure your contact details are accurate so that we can keep you informed of the proceedings and potential compensation you may be entitled to receive.
No Win, No Fee Support
We offer tenancy deposit protection claims on a no-win, no-fee basis, meaning you won’t pay a court fee unless we win. This helps avoid legal costs and removes the financial barrier for tenants, especially those on low incomes.
Why Choose PR Scully?
There are many reasons to choose PR Scully to represent you, some of which are:
- Decades of experience in tenancy deposit disputes
- Experts in tenancy deposit protection law
- Clear communication and support at every step
- Track record of successful court action against landlords and agents
There are certain benefits to having an experienced solicitor fight your corner, making it more likely to claim compensation in cases where a landlord failed to protect your deposit.
Take Action Today
If you’re unsure whether your deposit was protected, we can confirm your rights and help you decide the next step. Whether you’re still in the tenancy or it’s ended, we can help you recover the money you’re owed.
Contact PR Scully today to start your deposit claim and get the compensation you deserve—on a no-win, no-fee basis.
Click here or phone 0161 768 3238 to consult with our legal team at PR Scully.
P R Scully & Co Solicitors Limited
166 Chaddock Lane,
Worsley,
Manchester,
M28 1DF
0161 768 3175
info@prscully.com