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If a tenant has left mould, broken fixtures, or avoidable bathroom damage behind, use this guide to work out what you can fairly claim and what proof you will need.
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Claim for Bathroom Damage, Mould & Neglect from Tenant
When tenants leave bathrooms with mould, limescale damage, or broken fixtures, recover professional repair costs through the courts.
What Bathroom Damage Can You Claim?
Mould claims require proof: You must demonstrate the mould was caused by tenant behaviour (not ventilating) rather than building damp issues which are the landlord's responsibility.
Claimable Bathroom Damage
- Cracked toilet, sink, or bath from impact
- Mould from poor ventilation (tenant neglect)
- Damaged taps or shower fixtures
- Broken shower screen or door
- Damaged grout from neglect
- Missing or broken accessories
- Blocked drains from misuse
Not Claimable / Difficult to Prove
- • Mould from building damp issues
- • Normal limescale in hard water areas
- • Sealant deterioration (age-related)
- • Normal wear on taps and fixtures
- • Hairline cracks from thermal stress
- • Grout discolouration from age
- • Manufacturing defects
Proving Mould is Tenant's Fault
Mould claims are often disputed. To succeed, you typically need:
- Check-in photos showing no mould
- Evidence extractor fan was working
- Expert report ruling out damp penetration
- Evidence of tenant behaviour (e.g., drying clothes indoors)
- Correspondence warning tenant about ventilation
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Typical Bathroom Repair Costs
| Repair Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Professional mould treatment | £150 - £400 |
| Toilet replacement (supply + fit) | £150 - £300 |
| Pedestal sink replacement | £150 - £350 |
| Mixer tap replacement | £100 - £250 |
| Shower screen replacement | £200 - £500 |
| Re-grouting bathroom | £100 - £250 |
| Re-silicone bath/shower | £80 - £150 |
| Drain unblocking (professional) | £80 - £200 |
Evidence You Need
Photo Evidence
- • Check-in bathroom photos
- • Check-out damage photos
- • Mould/limescale close-ups
- • Fixture condition shots
Documentation
- • Check-in/out inventory
- • Expert damp survey (for mould)
- • Plumber's report (for blockages)
- • Ventilation maintenance records
Cost Evidence
- • Repair/replacement quotes
- • Mould treatment quotes
- • Professional cleaning invoices
- • Plumber call-out receipts
Bathroom Damage Evidence Checklist
- Check-in photos (dated, no mould)
- Check-out photos showing damage
- Extractor fan working records
- Expert survey (for mould claims)
- Professional repair quotes
- Tenant correspondence re: ventilation
- Letter before action sent
- Tenancy agreement (cleaning obligations)
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