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I own single family rental homes in Wyoming. I've written a clause into my lease agreements requiring the tenant to immediately report any damage, leak, or malfunction in the house or on the property to the landlord. One tenant failed to inform me that the lawn sprinklers were not working, and the entire landscape died. What recourse do I have in this case?
Glenn R, WY on Tuesday, December 4, 2018
RE: Tenant reporting of damage to property
Issue them a letter of damage and the estimate for repair. If they refuse, you may have to sue in court.
Posted by Matthew M, IL on Friday, December 28, 2018
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Posted by jahfwkwi j, on Wednesday, April 3, 2019
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Posted by jahfwkwi j, on Wednesday, April 3, 2019
RE: Tenant reporting of damage to property
It was tenant's responsibility to water the lawn during your absence. The tenants failed to do so! Book a professional from field service company and ask the tenant to pay for lawn maintenance.
Posted by Ron K, United States on Tuesday, April 23, 2019
RE: Tenant reporting of damage to property
Nevertheless, you can book a professional from Safeguard Properties - https://safeguardproperties.com/services/
Posted by Ron K, United States on Wednesday, May 15, 2019
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