Asked by Anonymous
Minor Repair Clause - Does it include replacement of sink tap?
Hi, I started renting a property 4 months ago and recently had to replacement kitchen tap as the old one broke. According to TA, repair/replacement under $150 is borne by the tenant.
I feel it quite silly that tenant has t bear the cost because
- the old tap was very old (at least 5 years+) with obvious sign of wear and tear
(my bad for not notice during 1st month). If it is brand-new and I broke it then I
admit that it is my fault
- the tap eventually will remain with the property when my lease ends
- With the point above, I just replaced it with lowest cost option, as I just need it to
to function for a few years. There is no incentive for me to replace with good-
quality option that will last many more years
My question is should this be borne by owner or at lease shared 50-50 between the owner and the tenant?
Hi, I started renting a property 4 months ago and recently had to replacement kitchen tap as the old one broke. According to TA, repair/replacement under $150 is borne by the tenant.
I feel it quite silly that tenant has t bear the cost because
- the old tap was very old (at least 5 years+) with obvious sign of wear and tear
(my bad for not notice during 1st month). If it is brand-new and I broke it then I
admit that it is my fault
- the tap eventually will remain with the property when my lease ends
- With the point above, I just replaced it with lowest cost option, as I just need it to
to function for a few years. There is no incentive for me to replace with good-
quality option that will last many more years
My question is should this be borne by owner or at lease shared 50-50 between the owner and the tenant?
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