I live in California and I am moving out of my apartment. My landlord wants the place insanly clean and it's not worth my deposit to me. I'm fine with not getting a refund of any deposit but can they send me a cleaning bill for above and beyond my deposit? What about repairs?
2007-05-25 08:30:17 · 12 answers · asked by Kimbers 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
I don't care if this goes on rental history as I will never rent again.
If they can charge more then what is the point of even having the deposit?
2007-05-25 15:13:18 · update #1
Hi,
Yes, they can charge you an additional fee if in fact you caused damage up and beyond what is called "normal wear and tear". If the place was perfect when you moved in, then it's not too much for the Landlord to expect it to be left the same way. It's about respecting what isn't yours.
2007-05-25 08:57:00 · answer #1 · answered by skiingstowe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can charge you more than what you have for a deposit, but within reason. Cleaning charges and charge for maintenance. Also, they can't charge you 20.00 for a single drip pan, that is NOT within reason.
Most people sign an agreement (lease), I should clearly state on that what is expected of you and of the management company. Throwing away a bill will only result in going to collections, which in turn ruins your credit. The sane and easiest way to get clear, is ask the manager to look at your apartment and ask them if its okay. If they say no, then clean it a little better. Keep in mind, if you do just leave it, it can go on your rental history, and may disqualify you for future rentals.
I work in the business and I know how most companies operate, most don't want to charge you. But if it's bad, they will.
I hope this helps
2007-05-25 09:19:56 · answer #2 · answered by Stacey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most certainly you can be billed for any excess which your deposit does not cover. A landlord has a right to bring the premises back to the condition it was in when YOU moved in. The only thing to not be covered is 'normal wear and tear', that which is expected during the course of a tenant wearing down carpets and so forth. If you left unrepaired damages, expect those costs to be added to your bill as well.
2007-05-25 11:18:10 · answer #3 · answered by acermill 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is legal in CA, as are non-refundable pet fees, key fees, etc. I do not know what you read, but you are not interrupting it correctly. Also, the cleaning is applied after, not before move in. The landlord can not charge a tenant for cleaning something they did not have anything to do with. 200 will pay for professional carpet cleaning in LA, and that is about it.
2016-05-17 21:55:36 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were the owner how would you feel if your tennants just trashed your property? It sounds like the "repairs" are a bit extensive. Look to your original contract their is something about you being liable for any dammages ect... yes they can you could be taken to court. A few holes in the walls is no bid deal but on the flip side a "slum lord" will not get too far in court. Use your honor when making your decision.
2007-05-29 13:58:50 · answer #5 · answered by renzbenton 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is just clutter your deposit will cover it. Damage is differant.
They have to take you to court if you damaged anything, but in CA the landlord will win.
Also, you NEED to worry about it. The history is not "rental" it is legal history that stays forever on your credit report if you loose the case. Employeers will read it as well as credit companies (only the employeer will care).
Do you want potential employeers knowing that you tried to burn someone out of their source of income? That you disrespected the property of others?
2007-05-26 04:34:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
YES! Normally this is specified in your lease somewhere, but if the cleaning of the the home and yard costs more than your deposit they can bill you for the excess.
2007-06-01 13:43:16 · answer #7 · answered by I, Sapient 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can charge you their cost which may or maynot exceed your deposit. Depending on the landlord and their resources they may choose to collect any excess but most think it is too much expense and trouble. They most likely will report you to Tenant Tracker & it may be trouble for you later.
2007-06-02 07:53:38 · answer #8 · answered by Dee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely I am not with the 'landlord charge for cleaning cost' by the way its defence on your tenancy agreement.
2007-06-01 13:12:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bottom line here is that the owner can do whatever he is permitted to do by the lease. That being the case, it's a good idea to read the lease carefully before you sign it.
2007-06-01 07:49:40 · answer #10 · answered by SCOTT M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋