my last question was not very clear what i need to know is can i get my landlord to install a more economical heating system
2006-11-11 04:04:17 · 12 answers · asked by n22andme 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Like others have said, if the system is adequate then you probably can't make the landlord change it. If it's not supplying heat you could follow certain channels to try to get it changed. Otherwise, you could move when your lease is up or let the landlord know you will probably move if there isn't a change in the heating system. He might want to keep you, if he values you as a tenant and feels you're being reasonable.
You can also try some weatherization things like plastic on the windows, etc. A local agency could probably give you more information on things like that which can really help your utility bills. If you have a hard time affording your bills during the winter you might qualify for assistance.
Good luck.
2006-11-11 17:58:17 · answer #1 · answered by Sarah P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot make them. That's just silly, think about it from the standpoint of you being the owner.
However, you can ask them and if I were you I would do my research and at the time I was asking I would present them with a cost benefit analysis including that your contentment as a tenant means you will stay longer (offer to sign another years lease, assuming that you are a good tenant and your landlord wants you to stay, otherwise you can move).
Have you done your research to see how much this new heating system will save you over the next few months of cold weather? Is it even worth all the trouble you are about to go to?
2006-11-11 04:19:51 · answer #2 · answered by Not Laughing w/ U 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
more then likely, if you have adequate heating then i would say no, but if its heating system isnt supplyin adequate heat for you and your family, then yes it would with out a doubt turn into a legal matter if you supplied him with the proof you needed to show it was not proper heating in the house and that if he didnt agree to fix it on his own out of court then he would be takin to court for not going by the state guidelines on supplying a healthy & safe living environment to his tenants, then he would have to replace the heating system(s) pay a big fine, and possible condemned rental property.. Each state is different, but they all basically have the same guidelines for the windows, exits, heating, water pipes, etc,... BUT HERE ARE A FEW SITES YOU CAN CHECK FOR MORE INFO WWW.REALESTATE.FINDLAW.COM/TENANT and www.legalserviceconnection.com they should get you started in the right direction.. good luck
2006-11-11 04:38:28 · answer #3 · answered by tabygurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you could work out a compromise with your landlord, where you could both contribute something for a new heating unit- if you plan on staying for a while.
2006-11-11 04:14:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing in law to force the landlord, either you move when time is up,
2006-11-11 04:35:56 · answer #5 · answered by goz1111 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try the citizen advise they can give all the information even down to the laws in place for landlords
2006-11-11 04:07:40 · answer #6 · answered by foxy lady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Search Google for tenant's rights for your state.
2006-11-13 08:32:23 · answer #7 · answered by sammi_stephens 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him to use less peat.
2006-11-11 04:18:39 · answer #8 · answered by L S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No
2006-11-11 04:08:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what was ur last question?
2006-11-11 04:51:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋