PSOW (Public Services Ombudsman for Wales) Resolved / Early Resolution

Hafod Housing Association

PSOW-202205098 · Housing › Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) · Decision date: 06 December 2022 · View Wandle Housing Association scorecard

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Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) : Hafod Housing Association Report Date 06/12/2022 Case Against Hafod Housing Association Subject Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) Case Reference Number 202205098 Outcome Early resolution Mr A complained that Hafod Housing Association had failed to arrange for a surveyor to attend his home to assess the issues he was experiencing with flooding in his garden.

In making enquiries with the Association the Ombudsman was informed that a visit had now been arranged, however, the Ombudsman decided that there had been a considerable delay by the Association to find a surveyor. She said that this caused delays and frustration for Mr A who was unable to use his garden. She decided to settle the complaint without an investigation.

The Ombudsman sought and gained the Association’s agreement to apologise to Mr A and provide him with a plan of action within two weeks of the completed survey.