Upgrading After Damages

[Jonathan W.]

Let’s assume that the tenant has animals that ruin the laminate flooring. The flooring is unsalvageable.

What if then I wanted to upgrade to vinyl plank flooring only because I have to replace the floor so I might as well upgrade it? Or heck even if I downgrade it so some crappy carpet

What is considered right or wrong when charging the tenant and can I legally charge the tenant the cost to replace laminate even if I end up going with something more expensive?

I can’t bill the tenant using a quote so what would be the appropriate way to charge for damages then upgrade the place? Just the cost of removal?

I’m not saying I plan on doing any of this, I’m really just wondering what the rules say here.