I don't mind replacing the downstairs carpet. But its unfair to charge me to replace carpet throughout the entire apartment
2007-11-12 22:21:24 · 13 answers · asked by Fleeced 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
I agree with you that's not fair. I would fight this if I were you!
2007-11-12 23:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by Backwoods Barbie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
despite the fact that in case you probably did injury the carpet, the owner is only entitled to the depreciated fee of the carpet, no longer sort new. often carpet in an place of residing has a existence expectancy of three to 5 years, relying on the customary. If the carpet replaced into 3 years old, the main the owner can fee for the carpet is two/5 of the alternative fee. I advise you deliver a letter to the owner indicating which you steam wiped clean the carpet and there have been no stains. Ask for information of the stains. additionally point out that the carpet replaced into 3 years old and replaced into because of get replaced besides. If he does not return you deposit, record healthful in small claims. deliver to courtroom a pair of the people who helped you progression and observed the carpet.
2016-10-16 08:35:31 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the carpet place and get a section that covers the damaged area cut the "bleached" area out in a circle. Replace with circle of new carpet and the join should be hardly noticeable
2007-11-12 22:25:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can get a carpet that matches the one u spoilt then it is very unreasonable of him to ask for the whole apartment's carpet to be replaced.
2007-11-12 22:25:43 · answer #4 · answered by boo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He can't make you do that. CHeck out your tenants agreement. You should have placed a deposit that he is supposed to keep in case you damage something. If the agreement says something like "tenent to pay any damages caused by tenant" then you are liable still for any damages you caused and not for anything undamaged. Make another copy of your agreement and then show it to him once you can point out the place where it says what happens in the event of damage. That way, if he tears it up, you have a copy still to take to a small claims lawyer to find out exactly what your rights are under the law where you live.
2007-11-12 23:29:56 · answer #5 · answered by MJ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the landlord should have insurance - this would cover it. Just like homeowners insurance - my friend also spilled bleach and State Farm paid for all new carpet
2007-11-12 22:24:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If all the carpet was matching then he can. But it sounds as though he is using you to remodel the whole place and I would not stand for that.
2007-11-13 01:51:57 · answer #7 · answered by Aloha_Ann 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you damaged the carpet, its fair you should replace it. But not throughout the whole appartment.
2007-11-12 23:18:29 · answer #8 · answered by elisa m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is totally unfair to charge you for the entire apartment, sue him, take him to court. You have only damaged a portion and that portion can be redone only. Fight, dont take crap from anyone, the more you take crap the more they will bully you. Dont stay quite speak up, fight.
2007-11-12 22:25:13 · answer #9 · answered by live and let live 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is definitely unfair. but he is probably afraid that the other carpet won't match in color. call the local bar association (low fare or free legal advise)
2007-11-12 22:31:36 · answer #10 · answered by mhbatd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is not right so see the local citizens advice people theyll help you out.good luck.
2007-11-12 22:38:47 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋