The Miltons, who lease a home in Mallett Close, Seaford, stated they’ve reached “breaking point” and this is only one of many issues with their home.
A gap within the roof means birds have been residing there and the household discovered a useless chook in the water tank on October 30, that means the household, together with their seven-year-old son have been unable to bathe since.
The trio have been utilizing child wipes to maintain clear and have all been sharing the entrance room downstairs.
Bird droppings come down into the primary ground from the loft and there’s a massive draft due to the opening.
Mum Kelly Milton stated the issues have “got worse and worse”.
“I work in the NHS and I’m having to go and do my night shifts without washing. It’s awful. And sending our son to school without a wash is even worse,” stated the 36-year-old.
Leaks come down into the primary ground rooms (Image: The Miltons)
She and her companion say they’ve been asking for assist from their letting agent, Premier Lets And Sales, in Seaford, however they are saying they haven’t obtained a lot.
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Ms Milton stated she waited in all day on Tuesday for a contractor.
The letting agent informed The Argus the owner had been making an attempt to restore the roof for “some time” however has been blocked access by the tenants.
The holes within the roof imply birds live in it (Image: The Miltons)
Ms Milton and her companion Graham, 46, dispute these claims.
In a remark to The Argus on Tuesday, a spokeswoman for the letting agent stated: “With regard to the useless birds within the water tank, an e-mail was obtained this Sunday, November 12, concerning this.
“I tried to book an appointment for our contractor to attend at 8.30am but the tenants said they could not be there as they both had to take their child to school.”
Droppings and feathers within the loft (Image: The Miltons)
Ms Milton stated her husband takes their son to highschool so she will keep in to let any contractors in.
She let a contractor in to have a look at the roof on Wednesday and stated nothing was achieved concerning the “pressing” state of affairs.
The letting agent confirmed a contractor was being despatched that day however didn’t deal with what was to be achieved.
While this can be a personal rental, Lewes District Council confirmed it was aiding the tenants.
Pigeons live within the loft (Image: The Miltons)
A spokesman for the council stated: “The household has been threatened with a possession discover.
“While this can be a personal tenancy, we have now been serving to the household to keep away from changing into doubtlessly homeless.
“In regard to the situation of the property, it’s the duty of the owner and letting agent to handle these points and issues. Notwithstanding this, our housing crew have additionally been providing recommendation.
“We will continue to advise the family and liaise with the letting agent. We understand that the landlord is out of the country.”
