[Macklessdaddy]

for replacing the over the range microwave that stopped working,I was microwaving some popcorn when it started sparking and since then it won't heat anything,I mean I know I don't have to replace it but just wondering is he required or can he say hell you don't HAVE to have a working microwave.

Thanks

[MSchu]

hmm.. interesting. I am sure if you ask, he will say replace it. most landlords are not complete arseholes.

he will probably say buy it, install it, and send him the bill.

[kcoliver]

Ask.... Some landlords (including myself) have a home protection insurance which pays for appliances. Either way it should be the landlords responsibility.

[macgeek]

A New under the counter micro is $200 at Lowes / Home Depot

JUST DO IT!

Jonathan

[AOldfield]

Originally Posted by Macklessdaddy

for replacing the over the range microwave that stopped working,I was microwaving some popcorn when it started sparking and since then it won't heat anything,I mean I know I don't have to replace it but just wondering is he required or can he say hell you don't HAVE to have a working microwave.

Thanks

Does your lease spell out what appliances the owner is responsible for? I don't know how leases work out here but the ones I draw up for our properties back east try to spell out everything to cover my butt for small situations like this. We try to get easy-going renters so it would amount to a phone call and a pleasant discussion on who's going to fix what, but you never know who is going to go at you with a fine-toothed comb and a lawyer to back them. If the microwave isn't listed in the lease, I say just call the guy and explain the situation. Maybe you can negotiate a discount off rent if you buy one yourself? Good luck!

[ScoopLV]

Originally Posted by macgeek

A New under the counter micro is $200 at Lowes / Home Depot

JUST DO IT!

Jonathan

Pay $200 to put a microwave into a house that doesn't belong to me? I don't think so.

I'd call the landlord and explain the situation. If the landlord isn't reasonable -- after all, who knows how old that appliance was, or how previous tenants beat up on the thing -- then I wouldn't do a thing with the broken unit. I'd buy an "on counter" microwave. At least I can take that with me when I leave.

[AOldfield]

Originally Posted by ScoopLV

Pay $200 to put a microwave into a house that doesn't belong to me? I don't think so.

I'd call the landlord and explain the situation. If the landlord isn't reasonable -- after all, who knows how old that appliance was, or how previous tenants beat up on the thing -- then I wouldn't do a thing with the broken unit. I'd buy an "on counter" microwave. At least I can take that with me when I leave.

Good point, although the house hunting experience has taught me that just because it doesn't belong to you doesn't mean you can't take it when you leave Not that I condone that or think the OP will do such a thing, just sayin' it happens. Your suggestion may be the best of both worlds, Scoop. Cheaper option, too, if it comes down to it.

[Prosze]

I agree with scoop buy one you can take with you. I don't know what kind of deposits you put down but you don't want to take anything that isn't yours or you won't get your money back.

[Hollytree]

It should say in your lease who is responsible for appliance repair or replacement. Ordsinarily, if a unit is rented including appliances, they are owned by the landlord and he is responsible to repair or replace as long as the breakage is not due to tenant negliance.

[Kalbo]

Correct if replacement is do to fair wear and tear them owner should replace.