Detroit Section 8: Never Put Laundry Upstairs

[James Wise]

Detroit Section 8: Never Put Laundry Upstairs

Putting laundry upstairs might sound like a nice upgrade for tenants, but Detroit Section 8 landlords need to think about the downside. When tenants are moving washers in and out and hooking up their own appliances, one bad connection can turn into a serious water leak and thousands of dollars in damage. That’s why many experienced landlords keep laundry in the basement, where a leak is much less likely to destroy floors, ceilings, and living space.