All Forum Posts by: Ram Venkat

OOPS, I am definitely not walking in without the landlord's property manager. I do not have any keys as well. 

Both me and landlord want to settle this amicably. I am okay with making the changes and repairs if the rules says I am responsible. But this looks like fine print stuff. so just looking for expert opinions. I did maintain the property well, except for the paint as it is tough to keep that in good shape with kids around. I did move out cleaning and carpet deep clean before moving out. so based on our discussion if they agree my handyman can do the job at a cheaper price, I am planning to take that route. The landlord is taking care of painting the walls without charging me as that was clearly defined in the books as re-painting walls is land-lords responsibility after 4 years of renting. 

Is there any rule for useful life of kitchen cabinets? 

Thank you all for the responses. I assumed painting after 4 years of stay is landlord's responsibility and did not take care of cabinets. I agree there is dirt on the cabinet doors that needs cleaned. I did not understand the term enamel gone completely either. Based on responses above, Am I correct to assume the term painting only covers walls and dirt on cabinet doors are tenant's responsibility. Yes I have moved out.  I am planning to take my handyman painter to give me an estimate and potentially fix this using him. 

Hello my landlord is suggesting I owe 3000 dollars for kitchen cabinets refacing/repainting. Attaching some pictures here.  

I rented this house for 4 years, it was a new home when I started renting. 

Do I have to cover this fully, is landlord responsible for half the charges or something like that? Thanks for your responses. 

Here is their comments: 

Cabinets surface excessive filth and original enamel is completely gone. Estimated cost to fix: $3K

Here are some pictures.