Demand Letter To Landlord

Landlords generally provide window coverings in the form of blinds or drapes for windows in rentals. However, while it is true that landlords must provide tenants with unbroken window panes and intact window screens for their windows, the law does not cover blinds or curtains. They are strictly optional.

The Rule of Thumb in YearsYou could buy the best brand name windows in the world and they are still going to eventually break down and need to be replaced. The fact of the matter is that the basic rule of thumb with windows is 15 to 20-years.

Set a reasonable deadline and let the landlord know you intend to withhold rent if the problem is not resolved. California law gives landlords 30 days to fix habitability problems, less if the circumstances warrant prompter attention.

When it comes to a rental property, however, windows that are merely drafty and do not pose any type of safety hazard are typically not a requirement for the landlord to fix or replace. That being said, if you want to attract and keep good tenants, energy-efficient windows can be a great selling point.

Windows, like other daily-use items, wear down and need to be replaced every 15 years on average. This time frame will vary due to several factors, such as the quality of the window, climate, and window maintenance.

You hear a lot of outside noise. You feel a draft, even when your windows are closed. Window frames are soft, chipped or water damaged. Difficulty opening, closing and locking windows. Condensation build up between glass layers or cracked window glass.

Dear (Name of landlord or manager), I am writing to request repairs to the (appliance, heating/air conditioning, plumbing issue be specific!) due to (reason for repair; this could include things such as broken handle, leaky sink hose, even normal wear-and-tear that would necessitate replacement).

Make sure the repair is actually your landlord's responsibility. Document the problem thoroughly. Ask your landlord in writing to make the repair. Send your landlord a letter with return receipt requested. Wait for your landlord to respond.