Keeping security deposit

[Stephanie G.]

I moved from our rental in Feb. i rented for 7 years.   I paid a $1400 deposit along with a $500 refundable pet deposit.   
Before leaving, I notified my landlord in writing that there was a door sticking, slow leaking faucet and a garage door issue.   She never came or acknowledged this letter.   I thoroughly cleaned the unit and took many pictures. 

She is now sending me a bill that she is keeping my $1400 deposit due to a thermostat issue, door knob replacement and window damage.  And, now all of a sudden, she is keeping my pet deposit stating it is now non-refundable with absolutely no pet damage.  

The window is from water damage as the window takes on water and I called her during a rain storm to let her know.  They never came to see the windows.  She is billing me an additional $1400 for repairs.   And some of the billing is not for anything she is accusing me of.  She is also not counting the $500 refundable pet deposit.  She’s giving me 2 weeks to pay or suing me!

I don’t know what to do but feel most of these things I didn’t do and have pictures to prove I left the place in excellent condition.  

Would love any advice.  

[Rosa Regier]

Do an online search for a tenant's rights council/advocacy group in your city who can take a closer look at your situation. Tenant/Landlord laws & ordinances differ by state with potentially additional rules by each city.