Lanlord does not seem keen on me installing a tumble dryer. My rights?

martindow

FBaby wrote: »

OP, do what you want to do but if you are in a studio flat, then be aware of the risk of mould. You might find that you do have to open the windows a lot more than if you were just drying them on a hanger.

This can't be so as presumably the dryer is collecting a proportion of the dampness.


I've no experience of these dryers but from what others have posted there seems to be a big difference in how efficient they are. I would read independent reviews in Which maybe and then buy the one you want. I wouldn't tell the LL - just do it.

ProDave

Why did you even ask him?

A condensing dryer does not need "installing" you carry it into the flat, plug it in and start using it. Did you ask permission to "install" a television?

Yes if it was an old dryer with a vent through the wall I could understand him not wanting you to knock a hole in the wall.

It will be better for the flat to use a condensing dryer rather than hang wet washing all around the place, so yes he is an idiot. Just say no more and do it.

JDBMSKE

Pixie5740 wrote: »

I don't understand why you asked the landlord in the first place either or why you want to continue to negotiate with him regarding the tumble dryer.

I asked him because he manages the building as well and there was something related to the piping and socket in that area I wanted to clarify before installing one. He'd said I could have a washing machine before if I wanted one so I hardly thought there would be an issue.



Now he seems to be convinced I need to insure the whole building to use one! Clearly unless I resolve this now I may find my rent increasing or my tenancy mysteriously ending (completely within contract to do so) if I get one and he finds out, which is inevitable at some point, and I'm not yet convinced this is worth moving over.

davidmcn

JDBMSKE wrote: »

Clearly unless I resolve this now I may find my rent increasing or my tenancy mysteriously ending (completely within contract to do so) if I get one and he finds out, which is inevitable at some point, and I'm not yet convinced this is worth moving over.

Well, you can't do much about your landlord choosing to end your tenancy as and when he's entitled to do so, even if your tenancy agreement explicitly said you have the right to install a dryer. But unless you're proposing to breach something in your agreement then I can't see what else he can do.

shortcrust

FBaby wrote: »

We bought an expensive condenser dryer when we moved in our property. We were told that they collected water, no worry about condensation etc... Well they were wrong! The condensation is terrible and after a few goes, living windows opened, we decided to resort to drying clothes on clothes hangers.

Similarly, old tenants brought their own condenser dryer even though there are a vent for a normal one. We did warn them about the risk of condensation but they said it was fine... it wasn't. There was mould everywhere in the kitchen ruining the old feature door. They then had the nerve to say that it was my problem and that they were going to report me to the environment agency!

Funny how the property never had issue with mould before, and 2 years after they left, no mould either, but of course it had nothing to do with them and their dryer!

OP, do what you want to do but if you are in a studio flat, then be aware of the risk of mould. You might find that you do have to open the windows a lot more than if you were just drying them on a hanger.

My condenser dryer doesn’t seem to release a noticeable or even measurable amount of water vapour. I’ve got humidity monitors dotted about the place so I’d know if it did. It’s not a fancy model.

davidmcn

shortcrust wrote: »

My condenser dryer doesn’t seem to release a noticeable or even measurable amount of water vapour. I’ve got humidity monitors dotted about the place so I’d know if it did. It’s not a fancy model.

I've also never experienced problems with condenser dryers releasing vapour.

Smodlet

We have a condenser dryer and it is one of the best things I ever bought, gods love it. It dries clothes, towels, sheets etc. and even duvets perfectly if you give it long enough and use the right setting (it has all of 2). If stuff is still a bit damp, you can always give it a bit longer. The water collects in a drawer at the top which, once cooled, you can just pull out and empty into the conveniently adjacent sink.

It does create some condensation at the beginning of its program but this is easily dealt with by turning on the extractor fan or opening the back door. It is located in the utility room so the condensation is less of a problem than it would be in a kitchen, admittedly. I bought this paragon of appliances in 1992 so I think it is entitled to let off a little steam. :T (I just thanked a tumble dryer; time for my meds, I think)

OP, if this LL expects you to pay every time you do laundry, I think he needs to get in the T.A.R.D.I.S. and arrive in the 21st century. I hope you manage to find a more amenable LL very soon and have your own place one day, where you can wash and dry whatever you like whenever you like. Heck, you could even get that most decadent of white goods, a dishwasher! Good luck to you.

shortcrust

I think people are crackers to shell out loads for A++ dryers. You’re paying hundreds extra to save 20 quid a year.

cybervic

Being in a studio flat, you might have to check if the electric in your flat is able to handle tumble dryer so that it won't keep tripping the circuit.

BrassicWoman

if the plumbing is there just get a washer dryer. they have come on loads in recent years. Mine gets everything dry and toasty warm! I would not want to be messing about with coin machines given the option.. nor taking my laundry through the building...