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Is your landlord responsible to repair or replace a wet mattress that has been damaged due to a ceiling leak?
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∙ 16y ago
This is a 50-50 type thing. If the landlord knew of a leak and did nothing to stop it, yes. If it just started leaking and you did what you could to prevent the mattress from damage, you may be able to win the argument. It may be best to consult with a lawyer.
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Is the landlord or tenant responsible for damaged plants?
If the tenant damaged them, then it's the tenants fault. Ifit was the landlord, then it's their fault
Is the landlord responsible for damaged to my personal property if the damage was caused an fire?
The landlord is generally only responsible for the building, not the belongings inside. That's what renter's insurance is for.
Is my landlord responsible for damaged to my personal property if the damage was caused by an overflowing toilet in the apartment above?
well of course, remember that your rent covers everything from your ceiling to the walls of your area. any damage or event that did not start inside your property and caused damage is not your fault. the landlord and the tenant above should make an agreement on how they will fix the damage and pay for the cost.
If im renting a house that came with stove is landlord responsible for fixing stove?
The landlord should be responsible for everything in the house (example: Refrigerator, stove, water heater, floor, etc) if it was to not function properly or was damaged . But if it was neglected or abused by your actions, then it would be your responsibility.
Who is responsible for damage when a concealed inside water pipe bursts?
Why did the pipe burst? If the tenant caused it, he is responsible for the damage and the repair of the pipe. If it just happened or the landlord could have prevented it, the landlord is responsible for the pipe and structural damage. I do not believe he is responsible for personal items lost or damaged. You would have to prove that he did something to cause the pipe to burst and knew it was likely to happen.
Can renters insurance protect you if you have a leaking ceiling and it caves in?
Yes, your renters policy will pay for your damages, depending on the actual cause of the damage. If it was a leak that occurred over time and finally the ceiling fell in due to the water building up on the damaged sheetrock, then the landlord would be responsible for the damage due to a lack of maintenance. If a tree fell on the home during a storm and poked a hole in it causing the damage then his policy would cover it.
If landlord got the roof replaced and didn't do it fast enought and the apartment got water damaged afterwords can they take your deposit for that?
Landlords are responsible for common areas. That would be concidered negligence on his part.
Is a landlord responsible for my damaged personal property due to bad ground wiring after being advised of two blown TV's then losing two more before action taken?
There are many jurisdictions that have varying degrees of liability so any answer will be general and must not be taken to be an accurate answer. Usually, a landlord has a duty of care to provide safe and reliable electrical wiring in a house. If he fails in this duty, there may well be a liability to make good damage to a renter's equipment. It is usually up to the renter to prove that a faulty installation was the cause of damage and also, that the landlord could be expected to know the installation is faulty. However, the landlord will not be responsible for property that has been damaged after the renter is aware that a problem exists. To persist in connecting televisions that are damaged due to mains wiring is careless and the landlord will not be responsible for the renter's carelessness. A blown tv due to the electrical supply would not ordinarily be due to the ground. A loose connection in the hot or neutral contacts in the outlet would be more likely. But at any rate, I agree with the answer above, that after you know of a problem, any damage is on you since you shouldn't be using that outlet.
Why should a landlord get contents insurance?
It is very important for a landlord to get contents insurance if they are renting out a property with furniture included. If then the contents are damaged by the tennants then the landlord will be able to use the insurance policy to replace them.
What is a sentence using the word bonify?
The landlord will bonify his promise to the tenant and repair the damaged roof.
Sliding glass door and windows do not close and the landlord has known for awhile Will not make an attempt to fix Winter is coming and bills will be high Does landlord need to fix or does the tenant?
Landlord needs to fix it unless tenant damaged it. If the Landlord doesn't fix it call Code Enforcement.
Can my landlord bill me beyond my security deposit when I move?
Yes if you didn't pay your rent or you damaged the place
