Carpet Replacement

[Casnar]

Is there a law that the landlord has to replace carpeting in a specific time frame, like say "5 years"? And if you leave a stain on a carpeting that is 4x4 inches and light pink, are you responsible to pay for carpet replacement for an entire large master bedroom with attached bathroom and closet? What about the carpet pad and man hours to replace this large room with bathroom and closet or should we be prorated for our small stain area?

[Oshay]

Hi Paula,

It depends on your state.  In California, I believe it's after 2-3 years that tenants wouldn't have to be responsible for carpet damages especially if the carpet was old upon move in.  I'd try to work out something with the landlord by telling him that the carpet was old upon your move in.  If you've been there a long time; they shouldn't charge you for damages as the carpet should have been replaced.  Did you take photos of the unit upon move in? If yes, you could probably sue them in court for your deposit.  I'd call you local consumer agency and ask for landlord/tenant laws on this issue.  I hope this helped.

Paulette