For something that sounds that bad, I would expect more attempts at contact then what you State was given, however, your state laws and your lease agreement are what will weigh in most here.Upon inspection of this damage, particularly the mount of damage that would likely constitute an issue ongoing for more than a week, I would be heavily inquiring from my tenant as to why they let this issue go for so long.

I am also looking to make an offer for multi unit in Mount Arlington Area and this is my first investment property.

Generally you should have set aside the equilivant of 6 mounts rent as a contingency fund for not only repairs but also unplanned vacancies.

That way we can be there to make sure the installation is properly done and there is no damage to our walls and woodwork.Water extraction from carpet is best done by truck mounted equipment which a professional carpet cleaner would have.

I'm thinking of having some of the mortgages "mounted". 

I have a different situation but to keep it simple I would advise you go buy a used soft mount washing machine such as a maytag top loader with a coin acceptor.

I don't know if they can say no if it is not permanantly mounted.

Over The Rhine area also has some great eateries and places to drink.Neighborhoods to checkout include Mount Washington, Covington, KY, Mount Lookout, parts of Norwood, as well as some of the other locations already mentioned.

My gut is telling me the holding cost is mounting for the owner.

Half of my devices burned at home after power surge (overvoltage) So you have to choices: be prepared to pay the money for new devices or you can mount protection system.