The 57-year-old and his partner Marlene Goldsworthy, who has walking difficulties, have lived in separate houses for 13 weeks while contractor Keepmoat modernises their Wakefield and District Housing property in Priory Road, Featherstone.

Mr Sayer said building work – which WDH allegedly promised would take five weeks – means Marlene cannot get around or sit down.

He said: “There’s plastic sheeting everywhere, so she can’t walk about on her crutches, and barely any furniture. Only the bathroom is usable.

“Marlene is staying at her sister’s and it’s so frustrating having to live apart – I’m tearing my hair out.”

Mr Sayer also said there have been a catalogue of problems in fitting their new kitchen, central heating and wiring.

He added: “I’ve called Keepmoat and WDH over and over again but nobody returns messages.

“At one point work stopped for 12 days while they decided if someone could help me clear out the loft for re-wiring.

“It’s been 13 weeks now and I’m sick of it.”

Martyn Gorton, WDH’s assistant director for property services, said: “Unfortunately there has been a delay to the modernisation of Mr Sayer’s property.

“All work was completed on April 21 but we were then asked to carry out additional jobs, causing further delays.

“Mr Sayer and his partner were offered alternative accommodation before work started – but they decided to stay in their property.

“We are pleased to say all work will be completed in the next week.”