If I am renting a house and our heater stopped working, are we responsible for the repair bill?
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If I am renting a house and our heater stopped working, are we responsible for the repair bill?
The owner of the house sent someone to fix it and they sent us the bill.
Asked on January 19, 2012 under Real Estate Law, North Carolina
Answers:
Madan Ahluwalia / Ahluwalia Law Professional Corporation
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In California, the landlord has a duty to maintain and repair the premises and provide a habitable residence for tenants. Heating obviously falls under the umbrella of habitable premises. That cost is almost always on the landlord, not the tenant, alhough you should check your lease agreement for any contrary language.
For additional reference, check out Calif. Civ. Code Section 1941 et seq.
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