Who is responsible for the blocked drain ?
Whose responsibility is the drain blockage? Is it the Tenant or the Landlord ?
This is a difficult one as it really depends on the type of blockage and the cause. There are several arguments regarding this matter, as it seems unfair for a landlord to have to pay due to a tenant’s mis-treatment of their drainage system. Though generally the way to decide is dependent on the cause of the blockage.
Generally the landlord is responsible if
- The blockage was caused by a fault in the drains infrastructure.
- A cracked/collapsed pipe
- Tree roots in the drain.
- Any other damaged drainage infrastructure from age.
However, landlords aren’t required to repair nor pay for things that tenants have broken through misuse or carelessness. More often than not tenants can put things down the drain without realising the damage they can cause such as • Coffee grounds • Grease, fat and oils • Women’s sanitary products • Cotton balls and paper towels
When this is the case, the landlord is ultimately liable to either make the tenants pay for or at least chip in towards repairs.
Give us a call today if you are experiencing drainage problems and you need to discover the origin of the issue in order to work out who is liable for the repairs. We can provide you with a thorough CCTV survey or even a brief look-see and help you figure out your most viable options to maximise the efficiency of your drainage system and prevent any issues going forward.
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