I'm not sure where to post this but this seemed like as good a place as any. Basically I have an issue with a landlord who took over a year to repair a leak which left the flat in a state of damp and lots of mould in particular in bedroom areas for over 6 months. I put this through the local complaints process and they offered me £500 to sign and absolve them of responsibility. I have said no to this and escalated to the ombudsman as I think this is ineffective and doesn't go far enough. Having taken some guidance I have been advised to take them to the small claims court. Given that I think they are in breach of contract how much do you think I can put a claim in for? My rent was about £715 / month. Also more recently I have moved out as I can't be dealing with them any more as it drives me up the wall. Since moving out they are now trying to claim that they need to get a cleaner in to address stains on the carpet. These are a direct result of the leak and subsequent maintenance so I assume they must be liable? I have attached some pictures of the damage as a result of the long standing leak. They have also said that they want to recover the cost of splashes on the walls. I'm not 100% sure what this is and have asked them to clarify but I can only think I can think is there are some marks on the kitchen perhaps behind the sink or cooker. Baring in mind I can't imagine what this is and my GF is a clean freak this must be very minor. Any thoughts on this as a claim by them? Is this the best place I can seek advice? If not where do you suggest? I have had discussions with other tenants who have suffered similarly, but have not been able to overcome their obfuscated ,maintenance and complaints procedure.