Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

I rent a place that clearly states in the lease that we cannot fix anything or make repairs. They have their own maintenance department. On Jan. 3, 2013 we notified them that the washer machine did not work. The scheduled and cancelled three times to come out and look at it. Finally coming out they made a repair to the washer and told us we could use it. We placed one load of clothing in the washer and then I went about my work day. Upon arriving home the washer machine was still going and stuck on the cycle. I put the clothing in on cold and delicate but after running so long the water was too hot to touch and the clothes were discolored. I called the office right away to complain about it and they said they would send someone out. Days later someone came only after my placing another call. They said 5 days ago they would be bringing a new washer. Now Feb. 1, 2012 still no washer and I have had to take my families clothing to the laundry mat at an added cost to me each week. My lease includes the cost of the appliances and I am curious. Can I demand they repay me for the clothing that was ruined do to their faulty washer? I have receipts because the items are fairly new. And can I demand they reimburse me for the added cost of having to go to a laundry mat?


Asked on 2/01/13, 9:39 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Solomon Weinstein Solomon Weinstein, Esquire

I would suggest you itemize your out of pocket costs and present a claim to the landlord or complex You must also read your release. I am not sure if tour renters insurance would be the proper one to submit the claim to instead. It does seem that if your rent includes use of appliances and you have been inconvenienced and the matter not resolved in a reasonable time that you may have recourse. You may want to consult with an att0oreny to review your lease and to analyze the facts for a fuller opinion.

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Answered on 2/08/13, 7:42 am


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