What damages can a landlord charge for?

Answer by  Jimbob (2275)

By law the landlord may be able to file against any damages in excess of the deposit. Damages can be accessed by anything more than normal wear and tear, and the court recognizes such wear.

Answer by  patti (29325)

While a normal amount of "wear and tear," is expected, you must leave the premises as you found them. Otherwise, you must pay to restore them to that condition.

Answer by  Mary (2095)

This would depend on your lease and what it specifically states. Normally, average wear and tear to the apartment is expected and not charged to the tenant. Some landlords charge for a carpet cleaning and painting the apartment on top of any required repairs.

Answer by  mb (5482)

Your landlord can charge you for any and all damages done to the property other than normal wear and tear and can sue you to force payment.

Answer by  Sakkano (129)

Generally speaking, damage you can be held accountable for would be damage that is not obviously a result of wear and tear or everyday use.

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

They can charge for cleaning the carpets, repairing the walls or doors, replacing any broken light and plumbing fixtures, replacing any broken or damaged appliances, replacing broken cabinetry, and cleaning the walls of undue marks or paint. If furniture was included in the lease, fixing or cleaning that can also come out of your rental deposit.