Tenant want to install washer and dryer

[Leonardo A.]

Hello everyone, here is the situation, I own a duplex in nj  and my first floor tenant ask me if he can install a washer and dryer in the bsmt, he will buy it and install it, his leased is almost up. How much should I charge him for using the bsmt and having the washer and dryer there, he is a good tenant always pay on time and take care of the property, I was thinking charging him $50 extra, what do you think? 

[Amy Beth]

I would get it installed yourself and have the tenant pay the installer. If the tenant cuts corners and hires someone whom is not a professional or does it themselves you could end up with a lot of water damage. I would not trust the tenant to hire a reputable installer.

I would also make arrangements for the tenant to contribute to the water bill. Have them pay a portion of it or some kind of monthly washer fee which u could apply to the water bill.