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The current renter has moved out but has left damaged carpets behind...they were brand new when they moved in and now have large stains and the carpet is frayed in places. Most of the damage is in two of the bedrooms. This definitely seems like more that normal wear and tear. Should I try to clean it first...can I replace the carpets in the bedrooms and charge for partial cost based on how long they lived there? Advice please...
Elisha F, CA on Wednesday, May 26, 2010
RE: Security Deposit
I would have a carpet person look at it to determain if it needs to be replace or cleaned, however the cost either way will be charged to the security deposit.
Posted by
Patricia M, IA
on
Thursday, May 27, 2010
RE: Security Deposit
You did not mention how long your tenants were in your rental property, but being the carpet was new b4 they moved in, definitely you should prorate a portion of your costs towards their security deposit. Animals will destroy a carpet very fast especially if allowed to use their claws.
Karen McDaniel
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Posted by
Karen M, CT
on
Thursday, May 27, 2010
RE: Security Deposit
I agree with Karen M. How long were they in the property? You need to take this into consideration. What would most people consider "normal wear and tear"
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