For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

- Replace the flushing mechanism about 20 bucks or replace the toilet with a water efficient one if holding long term. 

Consumer holiday spending was record up '07' holiday, did that mean '08' was to be a safe, good year with people flush with cash to spend?   

A wax ring would only leak during flushes.

Things to consider, if you are a 2 story, you can only build a flush 3rd story addition if you are an end row or next to an existing flush 3rd story, otherwise you will have to do a setback 3rd story addition.Hope this helps!

I had had a plumber replace the toilet insides at the end of January and the toilet was flushing perfectly, so not sure why he wanted to play plumber.This is three months later and on a Tuesday I hear it running again and he had the chain hooked around the inflow clip I unhook it and notify him.

Must all be level and flush.

If the apartment toilets continue to flush OK, the sewer line may actually be clear and fine.

How specific can you get in your lease when it comes to tenants responsibility for repairs of things to the house related to negligence, ie flushing sanitary products down toilets, appliances, hoa fines related to negligence of caring for the yard or following hoa rules etc? 

Everything Paige said and a few more.All vehicles must be licensed, tabbed and operableNo water beds, pools, portable heaters, portable dishwashers, portable clothes washers or dryers shall be used on the premises without prior written consent of agent/owner.No dust, sand, dirt, rubbish, coffee grounds, feminine products or other foreign material shall be flushed or washed down toilets,sinks, or wash basins.