Good Substantial Repair

[Wrangler3]

A clause in my lease says that the Landlord has to "keep the property......in good substantial repair" What does this mean exactly? Obviously if the roof blows off he is liable but what about minor things like grouting falling out of tiling or a slightly wobbly door handle? Are such day to day and easily self-repaired defects his responsibility?

[boxtops]

if they are part of the Landlords' fixtures and fittings, yes. I needed a new letterbox in my flat and the landlord dealt with it. Something like the door handle though - if it just needs a few screws tightening, I'd do it myself.

[Eve]

Tenancy lease or a leasehold interest lease?

[Wrangler3]

Sorry Jenna took my eye off the ball. Tenancy lease.