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Security Deposit and Damages

Michelle Ksepka
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I am new to being a landlord.  My tenant is moving out.  She has been wrapping a hair tie around it and attaching it to the spout of the faucet.  This caused the drain to break.  It leaked for quite awhile and it caused water damage to a door, trim, and frame.  I happened to see the door had water stains on the other side of it and then went and asked her what was going on.  She couldn't figure out the reason why the carpet was wet and when I went into the bathroom, I found the drain tied up and when I looked under the sink there was water.  I am able to the cost of the door, trim and door frame out of her security deposit correct.

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Alex S.
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Alex S.
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You can get a quote for the repairs and and let her know that the security deposit will be used to cover the damages if anything is left over she will get back.

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