I moved out of my town home a month ago after living there for two years. I just got a bill from the landlord for $5000 that already includes the subtraction of a $1900 security deposit for the replacement of the carpet. I admit that the carpet was shot, I have a small dog that refuses to be potty trained, so I was prepared for the fact that the carpet would need to be replaced.
My question is, the previous carpet was installed in 2006 so its over 8 years old at the time of it being replaced. Am I responsible for the full cost of the new carpet or is there a depreciating value? and should I pay the replacment cost of the new carpet or the cost of the carpet that was there previously? I have not been supplied with any documentation showing the quality and cost of the previous carpet, only the bill for the new stuff that is mid-high grade including a memory foam pad.
Answer
Key issue is:
What is reasonable wear & tear?
If pets were allowed, then it would include reasonable wear & tear WITH PETS
Call me if you wish to contest
I have 33 years experience as a MN landlord & representing LLs & tenants
Answer
You are not liable for the full cost of the new carpet. Perhaps that carpet had no value left and you have a defense if they come after you for the $5,000. You also may have a claim to recover your security deposit of $1,900.
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