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So, who is really responsible for the repairs on the property in the event of a water damage on a rental property?

It is the landlord’s responsibility to make the necessary repairs once the tenant has informed them of the state of the unit. However, there is an exception to this case. If the tenant has been proven to have caused the damage, the landlord will be given the right to reimburse the cost for the repair.

Marcia Stewart has briefly discussed the governing laws in Florida regarding the implied warranty of habitability. She has stated that “You are legally required to keep rental premises livable in Florida, under a legal doctrine called the “implied warranty of habitability.” If you don’t take care of important repairs, such as a broken heater, tenants in Florida may have several options, including the right to withhold rent.”

Furthermore, she states that in Florida, “…landlords must provide 12 hours’ notice before entering rental property—for example, to make repairs or show the property to prospective tenants. To avoid problems, include a lease or rental agreement clause that complies with the law and lets the tenant know your right of entry; also, keep written records of your requests to enter rental units.” (https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/free-books/renters-rights-book/chapter7-2.html)

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In general, the burden of the cost for repair lies on the shoulder of the landlord.  When the landlord does not resolve the issue, the tenant has the right to withhold the rent or move out of the premises.  Since the landlord is required to ensure that the unit is suitable for the living condition of the tenant, the landlord is responsible to make the repairs.

However, this law is not meant to be abused by the tenant. When the damage has been caused by the tenant, the landlord has the right to charge the cost of repair to the tenant. They can deduct the cost against the security deposit. For example, if the washing machine of the tenant leaks and it causes damage to the property, the tenant can be charged for the damage on top of the repair for the property.

As a general rule, the landlord is responsible for the upkeep of the plumbing and pipes. This is because they are part of their property. Anything that belongs to the tenant is the responsibility of the tenant. When the tenant has noticed that the plumbing or pipelines are prone to damage, the tenant should inform the landlord.

Once the tenant has notified the landlord of the damage on the property, the landlord must act upon this immediately. This is part of the tenant’s right to have a unit that is suitable for living. It is important to set a reasonable time for the landlord to act upon the damage.

CALL SERVPRO OF SANTA ROSA COUNTY TODAY FOR ALL YOUR CLEANING AND RESTORATION NEEDS 850-939-4700

In general, the burden of the cost for repair lies on the shoulder of the landlord.  When the landlord does not resolve the issue, the tenant has the right to withhold the rent or move out of the premises.  Since the landlord is required to ensure that the unit is suitable for the living condition of the tenant, the landlord is responsible to make the repairs.

However, this law is not meant to be abused by the tenant. When the damage has been caused by the tenant, the landlord has the right to charge the cost of repair to the tenant. They can deduct the cost against the security deposit. For example, if the washing machine of the tenant leaks and it causes damage to the property, the tenant can be charged for the damage on top of the repair for the property.

As a general rule, the landlord is responsible for the upkeep of the plumbing and pipes. This is because they are part of their property. Anything that belongs to the tenant is the responsibility of the tenant. When the tenant has noticed that the plumbing or pipelines are prone to damage, the tenant should inform the landlord.

Once the tenant has notified the landlord of the damage on the property, the landlord must act upon this immediately. This is part of the tenant’s right to have a unit that is suitable for living. It is important to set a reasonable time for the landlord to act upon the damage.

CALL SERVPRO OF SANTA ROSA COUNTY TODAY FOR ALL YOUR CLEANING AND RESTORATION NEEDS 850-939-4700

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In this condo a toilet supply line had burst in the unit above. The water travels along the path of least resistance which in this case was straight down to the unit below. Here we have drying equipment placed and directed at the ceiling to dry it. When disaster strikes we make it "Like it never even happened."

This is the aftermath of a pipe burst in the ceiling of this home while the family was away on vacation. We had to remove all building materials in the home due to the extreme amount of saturation and damage. We make disasters "Like it never even happened."

Removing the water from your home is just the start. We next have to dry the structure of your home. We do that with Air movement and dehumidification of your home with air movers and dehumidifiers.

A common cause to water damage is Toilet Supply lines. For such a small item to have the ability to cause tons of damage to your home stinks. Always check your appliances for any signs malfunction. Don't worry though SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County is here to make it "Like it never even happened."

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