I live in CA and my landlord told me when I gave him my notice that I must have the carpets cleaned. He said it is because I have a cat. He also said I have to use a specific company, not one of my choice. It wasn't noted in my lease or discussed when I moved in. I would think it is his responsibility to have it cleaned (normal wear and tear... my cat has no fleas and didnt do any damage) and if not that I would be able to pick whoever gives me the best price... not someone he could be getting a kick back from...
2007-11-03 18:59:02 · 10 answers · asked by Darling 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
he might make you clean them, but I don't think that he can stop you from using some other company
2007-11-03 19:09:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hate to tell you this, but dirt from living and using a carpet is NOT 'normal wear and tear'. You WILL be expected to have the place in as good or better condition than it was when you first occupied it, and that includes a clean carpet.
Whether or not he can require that you use the service of his choice is a matter of state statute. In my state, landlords may require the use of a specific service.
2007-11-04 01:00:22 · answer #2 · answered by acermill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your carpets being dirty does not fall under normal wear and tear. It is your responsibility to leave the apartment in the same condition it was in when you moved into it. He can not make you clean it or use a cleaning company of his choice, however he can make you liable for its cleaning, either by taking the money from your deposit or taking you to court if the cost exceeds your deposit.
2007-11-03 19:05:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
You are responsible to have the carpets cleaned. That has nothing to do with normal wear and tear, but I don't think he can tell you which company to use.
2007-11-04 06:06:07 · answer #4 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, here is your option:
You can either negotiate a price yourself with the company he wants you to use, or move out, and have HIM negotiate it for you.
Who do you think cares about negotiating a better deal? You or him?
Your landlord's request is not unusual, but most landlords will do this upon moveout and just charge the tenant for it. He has the right to choose which company you use b/c companies like Stanley Steamer use too much water that all but sour the carpets...one of the major reasons why I don't use them.
2007-11-03 23:17:37 · answer #5 · answered by Expert8675309 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
He sounds like a person that won;t give your deposit back, so move out and let him use the deposit to clean the carpets.
2007-11-03 19:25:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have a deposit tell her to use that to clean the carpets. Chances are you'll never get your deposit anyway. So why bother? Best thing to do right now is to read your contract including the freakin' fine prints.......Good Luck
2007-11-03 19:05:01 · answer #7 · answered by hungrykong 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Clean his carpets. Pretend that you bought and pay for it, then maybe you can respect it. I don't think they have landlords under the bridge.
2007-11-03 19:05:18 · answer #8 · answered by luvmysunshine 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This will all hinge on how big your deposit was. Pet store carpets are gross and need special care.
2007-11-03 19:56:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All he will and can do is keep your deposit. And he could give you a bad recommendation.
2007-11-03 19:02:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋