I've been living in my apartment for 7 years should i have to contribute money to have my carpet changed?

Question

this carpet is very old. i would say it was here at least 5 years before i moved in, which would make the carpet about 12 years old. my landlord wants me to pay half of the cost to change it. is this the landlords responsibility

Answer 1

He can ask all he wants, but it really isn't your responsibility and he certainly can't force you.

I'm assuming you didn't voluntarily agree anywhere in your lease to pay for half of these things.

Frankly, he just sounds cheap. Don't let him guilt you into it.

Answer 2

That is totally the landlord's responsibility unless you have damaged the carpet beyond "fair wear and tear." Depending on its quality, a 12 year old carpet may be completely worn out or still have many years of service left.

What is your landlord's basis for asking you to pay half? If you have damaged the carpet (pet stains, cigarette burns, etc.) then his request may be reasonable.

However, if you have taken care of it (regular vacuuming and annual shampooing) and it has simply worn out then it's his responsibility to pay the entire cost.

One thing to consider, though. Under the concept of "habitability" the condition of the carpeting isn't going to be a big issue unless it's badly torn and creating a trip hazard. You might not have a lot of luck in getting it replaced even if it's in pretty nasty shape but not creating a health and safety hazard.

Answer 3

It's the landlord's responsibility. The landlord's the one who benefits by increasing the value of the property. It's not like you can take half the carpet when you move.

Answer 4

landlord job to replace, also is carpet is 12 years old then it has no value in court , but you should not pay for improvements that benefit the landlord only

Answer 5

Considering the carpets age I would say it is your landlords problem..is there anything about it in your contract?

Answer 6

Did you do damage to the carpet? If you didn't, then it should be the landlord's part to change the carpet.

Answer 7

No you shouldn't. For that length of time it shoulf be considered normal wear and tear. The manager should pay for it as part of upkeeping. Normal length of time for carpet upkeep is 3 - 4 years.
But of course of your rental contract says otherwise, then you have to pay. Check your contract.

Answer 8

Depending on what state u live in, check with the housing dept in your state

Answer 9

that's the landlords problem screw him