Would they be responsible for the damages?

tileyou can put it in and it lasts and lastsnever worry about stains, water damage, or some vinyl crap that is not quality- under 5 a foot-they are renting space- if they want floor coverings then let them buy throw rugs- if your worried on getting it rented with no floor coverings then go stage it with some throw rugs, let the tenant know that your rugs are your rugsenjoy

She gets her money when you have completed your inspection, assuming no damage, and she hands over the keys.

A lot of damage can take place in only 3 months from a leaking water line or drain. 

One of the most important things with a fire damaged house is acquiring the city Fire report.

There have been minor leakage issues in the past and some minor weather damage issues as well that I can probably leverage off of to bolster the case for expense characterization. 

Flooding can do significant damage to foundations as @David Faulkner pointed out.

Some inspectors Specialize in writing the most damaging looking reports possible, intentionally, to try and help the buyer get a price reduction.

I told the tenant that if they leave my apartment with no damage by the end of the notice period (in PA it's 10 days) we wouldn't have any more problems.

Contractors have to be bonded and insured with provided copies before starting and also copies provided by tenant of signed contractor lien waivers for the job.Rider has to be signed that tenant is personally responsible for any damage caused to the unit and must bring back to original state upon leaving.Just options to consider.No legal advice given.