Should I replace functional & somewhat glitchy fixtures?

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Hello,

A new tenant moved in and pointed issues with multiple faucets. They are fully functional

but somewhat glitchy. The bathroom faucet seems tight but has no issues with cold and hot water, the kitchen faucet seemingly looks in bad shape but has absolutely no issues with hot and cold water. Another bath tub faucet has a loose handle but has no issues controlling water. Do I stoll need to replace these plumbing fixtures? Appreciate your inputs

Bruce Woodruff · Answer

I would want normally functioning faucets in any property. Besides, they are really inexpensive....just do it.

Carlos Ptriawan · Answer

About to say the same, I dont think we should not replace the faucet with low quality one even if it's class D---

Nathan Gesner · Answer

It depends. Is this an A-class property, or a C-class property? For a higher-class property, I want everything nice so it will attract nice renters that stay longer. If it's a lower-class property, I'm less inclined to replace something when it's fully functional.

Will Fraser · Answer

I'll second Nathan's thoughts above.  In A or B properties you should absolutely change these as quickly as possible (and bonus points for doing this prior to a tenant complaining about it).

In lower tier properties it comes with a territory.

Either way, fixing problems with quality parts and workmanship will bless YOU and, to some degree, your tenants, too.  Especially with smaller items like faucets, don't hesitate to do things that make your life easier and their experience better.

Mark Jones · Answer

Since this is a Class A property, would be best to fix them.  That will help to keep the property in great shape for this tenant and the next one.

Chris Seveney · Answer

@Peter Morgan

My recommendation would be to replace them as you don’t watch to have issues later where the have a slow leak. While they work now once they start getting glitchy or have issues it’s best to replace unless you are handy and know how to fix them

Joseph Beilke · Answer

@Peter Morgan

The short answer is Yes.  I firmly believe that type of product you provide is also a direct reflection of the type of tenant you will obtain.  If this functional eye sore or stiff faucets are causing you headache from your tenant then spend a little money to make them happy and replace them and the headache will go away.  Now I will say if the tenant begin to nitpick at a lot of little things then, I would have a conversation with them about each other expectation on the property.  Do not be afraid to have the uncomfortable conversations with them on what you both deem as acceptable.

Peter Morgan · Answer

@Nathan Gesner

Thank you. It's an A Class property , I gave it to students this time and I took a small loss to quickly fill in as the previous m2m tenant did not provide ample time  to find another one during winter time just before the holiday season. I think I can fix couple of those issues

and I will go ahead and replace the faucet for the one in bad shape.

Should I replace functional & somewhat glitchy fixtures?

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