Re: Carpet Charges - Landlord Forum thread 357753

Re: Carpet Charges by Garry (Iowa) on June 15, 2018 @17:26

You accepted the carpet in "as is" condition, when you moved in 3 years ago. Your cats took it downhill from there. Since you were bringing in pets, you should have tried to document the age and condition of the carpet when you moved in. Since you did not do that, it's your word against the management/owners as to the age and condition back then. You have moved out, they have your deposit, and you're getting lucky they are willing to pro-rate for the replacement of the carpet. Most landlords won't do that. They will keep your entire deposit, and force you to take them to court, and prove your case. Best thing for you, moving forward, is accept responsibility for your pet's damage, learn from this experience, and be sure your cats are litter-trained, and declawed. Otherwise, this whole scenario may repeat itself a few years from now.

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