Abandonment during covid (in WA state)

[Christian S.]

I live on my rental property and have an inherited tenant that escaped eviction through covid. He's been paying rent, but usually late. 

He is currently late on February rent as of the 20th, but hasn't answered his phone, or even been home since the middle of January.

Covid restrictions protect tenants who cannot pay because of specific reasons, but I believe this situation doesn't protect him. The regulations are a complicated web I'm having trouble understanding. I'd appreciate any advice or guidance! I'd also love to hire someone to handle the complicated parts of this situation if I can justify the expense.

[Theresa Harris]

If you are on site, post a note that you are doing an inspection and give him the required notice (usually 24 hours, but check your local laws) and then go in.  See if his belongings are there.  Who pays utilities?  check if they are still in his name or he's turned them off.  Did he give you the name of an emergency contact?

Then get a recommendation for an eviction service to handle it.