Tenants are responsible for minor interior repairs including, but not limited to:
- tightening of screws in door handles on a cupboard door or similar
- re-hanging a shower curtain
- replacing a light bulb in a pendant light fitting
- bleeding a radiator
- replacing bath and sink plugs and chains
- changing the time on boiler controls/timer controls
- replacing batteries in door bells
- replacing door numbers (except fire doors)
- painting and decoration of walls, ceilings and woodwork
- clearing gardens of rubbish, weeding, cutting grass and hedges
- maintaining own personal belongings, furniture, fixtures and fittings
Furthermore, tenants must:
- report any repairs needed to the landlord as soon as possible
- properly ventilate their homes
- dispose of rubbish properly
- maintain internal decorations, furniture and equipment. Damage to these may need to be paid for by the tenant
Tenants are also responsible for any damage arising because they or someone living with or visiting them, have not taken adequate care of the property.
See the Repairs policy for further information.