Security Deposit

[Joseph_free]

What is the name of your state? CA

A tenant moved out. I saw that they've broken a piece (2"x4") of the kitchen sink counter top. The whole counter top is one piece, approx 2'x6' in size. Can I charge them for replacing the whole counter top?

Joseph

 

[longneck]

can it be easily repaired? if not and the only recourse to fix it is to replace the countertop, then yes.

 

[Joseph_free]

Thanks,
Joseph

 

[Joseph_free]

Similar situation with Linoleum

CA.

The tenant moved out and there was a 2'x2' stain on the linoleum. I tried to remove it the but wasn't successful. Since the linoleum in the kitchen was one piece, can I charge them for the total cost for replacing the linoleum?

Joseph

 

[longneck]

probably, but get a professional opinion to back you up. knowing california's laws, you probably have to get at least 2 estimates, or something like that.

or maybe not.

so do a google search for california landlord tenant laws and see what they say.

 

[ENASNI]

oy

Tis a tough call, You have proof too it was all brand new? You are not trying to do upgrades?

 

[Crystlhrt]

Linoleum

CA.

The tenant moved out and there was a 2'x2' stain on the linoleum. I tried to remove it the but wasn't successful. Since the linoleum in the kitchen was one piece, can I charge them for the total cost for replacing the linoleum?

Joseph

For what it's worth... With my former tenant, I won judgement against her in Glendale, CA for two similar items (among many other things) - but this was how I handled it.

The damaged counter - didn't need replacing other than to handle the damage she caused - I charged the entire replacement cost.

A 5y/o damaged screendoor - her dog put a bunch of holes in the screen and dents/scrapes in the framework. I charged her a pro-rated portion of the replacement cost. (I took the manufacturer's quote of the expected life of the door and charged her a percentage matching the percentage of use I received vs. what her negligence denied me.)

Take pictures... provide receipts...and WATCH THE 21 DAY TIME LIMIT TO GET A STATEMENT BACK to your tenent! If you have to make good faith estimates, follow up.

Good luck!