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The landlord's duty is to keep a property "habitable" - fit to live in. If the carpet is well worn and hopelessly filthy-looking, a city official may decide it must be replaced. If there are no holes and discoloration is limited to high-traffic areas, then it would probably not be considered too bad.
Also, a landlord will replace the carpet if it helps him rent it quicker or for more money. If he's not replacing it, the reason is probably because the tenant is getting a good deal or just unwilling to look for a better place.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 10y agoI don't think they technically are required to replace carpeting at all, unless it's so deteriorated that it makes the house uninhabitable.
IRS guidelines allow landlords to depreciate the cost of carpeting over 7 years, so basically if the carpet is more than 7 years old the landlord should treat it as normal wear and tear as opposed to damage you specifically caused (that is, the fact that the landlord had to replace the carpet should have no bearing on whether or not you get your security deposit back), if that helps any.
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∙ 16y agoMost carpet will wear out after 5 to 15 years depending on the initial quality.
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∙ 13y agoAccording to the Los Angeles Housing Department, LAHD carpeting should be replaced every 7 years.
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∙ 11y agoOnly when needed. It is expensive to do.
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∙ 7y agoIn most states every five years
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∙ 7y agoIn most states every five years.
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∙ 16y ago3-5 years
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How often is a landlord in Minnesota required to replace carpet?
There are no laws in Minnesota directly pertaining to the carpeting, but landlords are required to keep the property in a state of "reasonable repair."
How often does a landlord in NH have to put new carpet in?
I was wondering how often the landlord needs to replace carpets in NH? If someone else lived there and I/m moving in, what do they have to do? Thanks Sally
How often is a landlord to replace carpet in Westminster MD?
Some places have certain stipulations for how often carpet must be replaced in a rental unit. Others will replace only when it is needed. Call someone locally to learn your tenant rights.
How often is a landlord required to replace heat pump?
when its broke or u can prove its not working right
How often is Tennessee landlord required to paint and replace carpet?
when the unit reaches the UNSAFE and beyond "reasonable wear and tear" limits. Check with your local housing authority. In California, there is no fixed time period, it's just when the place is not "habitable". The tenant (in San Jose at least) can appeal and get an inspection which is binding on the landlord. You may have laws like that in Tennessee as well.
How often are landlords in Los Angeles required to paint?
how often does the landlord is required to paint apartment,even after moving out
How often do you replace old carpet?
The average American home replace their carpets every 8 to 10 years.
How often should you replace carpet?
Depending on the wear, tear, your carpet cleaning methods, and it's warranty, carpet should last aproximately 5 to 7 years.
How often should a lanlord replace carpet in California?
Under California guidelines, the normal life expectancy of a carpet is 8-10 years.
How often are landlords obligated to replace a carpet in Fl?
I can't speak specifically about Florida law but the general principle (in California at least) is there is no fixed time frame. It depends on the condition of the carpet. If it is 20 years old and still OK, then no obligation to change it. If it is damaged, on the day you move in, there is an obligation to make it "habitable" and some housing authorities will send an inspector to decide if the landlord must repair something. So call your local Department of Housing.
Does the motel landlord have to replace your belongings due to a fire?
This is a question for someone in hotels/motels, not landlord/tenant. The "landlord" of a motel or hotel is known as an innkeeper. The rules regarding hotels/motels are obviously different due to the transient nature of these types of establishments. Therefore they are not subject to landlord/tenant rules. But generally speaking, a hotel or motel is a risky environment, and often times innkeeper is not responsible for personal belongings of their guests.
What should I do to let the landlord know I'm moving out?
Tell him; you may be required by law to give a notice, often two weeks before the date you expect to be gone. He can then arrange what needs be.
