We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More »
PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING: Hello Forumites! In order to help keep the Forum a useful, safe and friendly place for our users, discussions around non-MoneySaving matters are not permitted per the Forum rules. While we understand that mentioning house prices may sometimes be relevant to a user's specific MoneySaving situation, we ask that you please avoid veering into broad, general debates about the market, the economy and politics, as these can unfortunately lead to abusive or hateful behaviour. Threads that are found to have derailed into wider discussions may be removed. Users who repeatedly disregard this may have their Forum account banned. Please also avoid posting personally identifiable information, including links to your own online property listing which may reveal your address. Thank you for your understanding.
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
Landlord refuses to fix washing machine
Options
Comments
-
im in same situation , we is planning to move out in two weeks ,. i think 8 weeks without a washing machine/tumble dryer is rediculous ,,
Too right!!'I can't deny the British influence on my accent and mannerisms, but I don't know the British national anthem, I didn't weep for Princess Diana and I always cheer when Britain loses at sport. That's how British I am' Constantine-Simms. :T
On God: 'The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike' D. B. McKown :T0 -
Piggles12345 wrote: »Don't say things like that! Its not good for my mental calm and stress levels!
I can use my machine to be fair. But it fills with water when I'm not using it. When water goes down my kitchen sink it ends up in my washing machine so I have to be careful how often I do dishes, etc :rolleyes:
Mentioned it the day I moved in, my 6 month contract ends next month and still waiting :rotfl: I just have to laugh now.Just because you made a mistake doesn't mean you are a mistake.0 -
poppysarah wrote: »What's clogged at the back of the drum? Did the machine fill, heat and empty?
If it emptied ok I'd run it on the hottest wash possible a couple of times with powder and maybe bleach.
Yes, it filled, heated and emptied fine. Its just the smell that is the problem.
I have done a couple of cycles on the hottest wash with powder but it hasn't helped and I am reluctant to use bleach for the reasons above!'I can't deny the British influence on my accent and mannerisms, but I don't know the British national anthem, I didn't weep for Princess Diana and I always cheer when Britain loses at sport. That's how British I am' Constantine-Simms. :T
On God: 'The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike' D. B. McKown :T0 -
I can use my machine to be fair. But it fills with water when I'm not using it. When water goes down my kitchen sink it ends up in my washing machine so I have to be careful how often I do dishes, etc :rolleyes:
Mentioned it the day I moved in, my 6 month contract ends next month and still waiting :rotfl: I just have to laugh now.
Yeah, you really don't need that sort of thing! Its annoying to have to stop and think everyime you want to do something simple like wash up!'I can't deny the British influence on my accent and mannerisms, but I don't know the British national anthem, I didn't weep for Princess Diana and I always cheer when Britain loses at sport. That's how British I am' Constantine-Simms. :T
On God: 'The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike' D. B. McKown :T0 -
Piggles12345 wrote: »-The propery was advertised with a washing machine.
-On the inventory it says 'Whirlpool white fronted washer/dryer'... Condition: Slight mould spots to rubber seal' (Hence, nothing about its working order).
- The tenancy agreement states that the landlord must 'keep in good and proper working order all mechanical and electrical items belonging to the landlord and forming part of the Fixtures and Fittings'.
What right do I have to state what you have suggested in a letter?
*I've done nothing to clog the machine. It smelt and was clogged the first time I opened the door. I used it once after a maintenance wash but my clothes smelt of soil so I have been unable to use it since. I informed the letting agents in the first week of me being here that the machine was like this, so they are aware that it is not my fault.
Excellent. You therefore have a right to enforce that particular clause of your tenancy agreement by doing what I have suggested.
Im not sure if you are still in the fixed term of your tenancy agreement? if so then you should be aware that there is always a chance that the landlord will ask you to leave at the end of it. If you are now on a periodic tenancy, then the landlord could serve you 2 months notice. This is a risk you take in confronting a landlord, but the problem does need solving.0 -
I am still in the fixed term.
If I write a letter telling them that they have 7 days to get the problem fixed, will the letting agent not just say that the letter is not legally binding, therefore they do not have to abide by the 7 day time frame.
I am aware that the landlord could refuse to allow me to renew my contract (which I really do not want to happen because this flat is perfect), but I have to get the problem fixed! Moreoever, I live on a development where there are always flats becoming available for rent. Hence, even if I was unable to remain in this flat, I could at least remain in the development!!'I can't deny the British influence on my accent and mannerisms, but I don't know the British national anthem, I didn't weep for Princess Diana and I always cheer when Britain loses at sport. That's how British I am' Constantine-Simms. :T
On God: 'The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike' D. B. McKown :T0 -
move out and get yourself a decent landlord0
-
Piggles12345 wrote: »I am still in the fixed term.
If I write a letter telling them that they have 7 days to get the problem fixed, will the letting agent not just say that the letter is not legally binding, therefore they do not have to abide by the 7 day time frame.
I am aware that the landlord could refuse to allow me to renew my contract (which I really do not want to happen because this flat is perfect), but I have to get the problem fixed! Moreoever, I live on a development where there are always flats becoming available for rent. Hence, even if I was unable to remain in this flat, I could at least remain in the development!!
The agents are likley to say that and they would be correct, as such a letter isnt legally binding. However this is the common route that is exercised in order to sort out such repairs that you are entitled to when the landlord wont do them. From what you have said, all other options have been exercised, you therefore do what has been suggested or live with a broken washer.0 -
I am concerned that if I say I will deduct the sum of the cost of the work from my next months rent, that they will say that I have broken the terms of the contract by not paying the full amount of rent that I have signed to say I will.'I can't deny the British influence on my accent and mannerisms, but I don't know the British national anthem, I didn't weep for Princess Diana and I always cheer when Britain loses at sport. That's how British I am' Constantine-Simms. :T
On God: 'The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike' D. B. McKown :T0 -
Piggles12345 wrote: »I am concerned that if I say I will deduct the sum of the cost of the work from my next months rent, that they will say that I have broken the terms of the contract by not paying the full amount of rent that I have signed to say I will.
Yes they probably will.0
This discussion has been closed.
Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply
Categories
- All Categories
- 351.2K Banking & Borrowing
- 253.2K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
- 453.7K Spending & Discounts
- 244.2K Work, Benefits & Business
- 599.2K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
- 177K Life & Family
- 257.6K Travel & Transport
- 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
- 16.1K Discuss & Feedback
- 37.6K Read-Only Boards