Evict Problem Tenants Based on Breach of Tenancy
If your tenant has fallen behind on rent, caused damage, or breached the terms of your tenancy agreement, a Section 8 Notice gives you the legal right to begin eviction proceedings. At Evictors, we help landlords take fast, lawful action to remove tenants who are no longer complying with the terms of their tenancy.
What Is a Section 8 Notice?
A Section 8 Notice is a legal document used under the Housing Act 1988 to begin eviction based on specific grounds—such as rent arrears, nuisance behaviour, or property damage. Unlike Section 21, which doesn’t require a reason, Section 8 allows landlords to seek possession because the tenant has broken the terms of the tenancy agreement.
To serve this notice correctly, you must specify the relevant grounds (from Schedule 2 of the Housing Act), provide accurate details, and follow a strict process. Failure to comply can lead to the notice being thrown out by the court.
Common Grounds for Section 8 Eviction
- Ground 8: Serious rent arrears (usually 2+ months) – Mandatory
- Ground 10: Some rent arrears – Discretionary
- Ground 11: Persistent late payment – Discretionary
- Ground 12: Breach of any tenancy term – Discretionary
- Ground 14: Antisocial behaviour or nuisance – Discretionary
- Ground 13: Damage to the property or deterioration of condition – Discretionary
Each ground carries different notice periods and legal consequences. Our team will help you choose the right ground(s) and build a strong case for possession.
What Our Service Includes
- Review of your tenancy and supporting evidence
- Drafting and providing you a legally compliant Section 8 Notice
- Correct use of Form 3, with clear details and grounds
- Service by post or hand delivery
- Guidance on what to expect next—including court proceedings if required
- Fixed-fee pricing and ongoing support throughout the process
Why Use Evictors for Section 8 Eviction?
- Expert Drafting – We ensure notices are accurate, compliant, and effective
- Ground Selection – We help you choose the right grounds to maximise success
- Fixed Fees – Transparent pricing with no hidden extras
- Fast Turnaround – Notices can be served within 24–48 hours
- End-to-End Support – From notice to court representation through our panel of solicitors if the tenant fails to vacate
Serving a Section 8 notice is a crucial first step in regaining possession. Getting it wrong can lead to costly delays. Let us draft and serve it for you properly and professionally.
Section 8 Notice Service – Legally Compliant & Court-Ready
Start the legal eviction process with our Section 8 notice preparation service, ideal for landlords dealing with rent arrears or other tenancy breaches. We draft a fully compliant Section 8 notice, tailored to your circumstances, and send it to you for signature. Once signed, we dispatch the notice to your tenant via first-class post, usually on the same day.
You’ll receive a copy of the notice and a completed Form N215 (Certificate of Service)—a critical document for proving lawful service if court proceedings are required.
✔️ Fast Turnaround – Same Day Posting
✔️ Section 8 Notice & Form N215 Included
✔️ Legally Compliant & Court-Ready
This is the first step in regaining possession of your property under the Housing Act 1988, giving you the legal protection you need to act with confidence.
We draft and serve Section 8 notices for possession on a variety of legal grounds.
Our fees for this service are as follows:
- Our Fee: £125.00
- VAT: £25.00
- Total: £150.00
Please provide your email and phone number in the order detail so our case manager can contact you after payment is received. You can also email us the tenancy documents along with the order number.
A full VAT invoice will be sent upon completion of the work.
