For any landlords, this is a good guideline.
Wear & Tear Damages
Worn out keys Lost keys
Loose or stubborn door lock Broken or missing locksLoose hinges or handles on doors Door damage from forced entry
Worn w/traffic dirt on carpeting Torn, stained or burned carpeting
Carpet seam unglued Rust or oil stains on carpet
Scuffed up wood floors Badly scratched/gouged floors
Linoleum worn thin Linoleum with tears or holes
Worn countertop Burns and cuts in countertop
Stain on ceiling from rain/leak Stain on ceiling from tub leak
Plaster cracks from settling Wall Marks from kids/carelessness
Faded, chipped or cracked paint Unapproved (bad) tenant paint job
Loose wallpaper Ripped or marked-up wallpaper
Balky drapery rod Broken drapery rod
Faded curtains and drapes Torn/missing curtains and drapes
Heat blistered blinds Blinds with bent slats
Dirty window or door screens Torn or missing screens
Sticky window Broken window
Loose or inoperable faucet handle Broken or missing faucet handle
Toilet runs or wobbles Broken toilet seat or tank top
Urine odor around toilet Urine or pet odor throughout unit
Wallace S. Gibson, CPM * GIBSON MANAGEMENT GROUP, Ltd.
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