 Spoon in toilet (by Amanda [IA]) Jun 29, 2008 11:19 AM
 Spoon in toilet (by Wallace CPM [VA]) Jun 29, 2008 11:25 AM
Spoon in toilet (by T.T. [MA]) Jun 29, 2008 11:31 AM
Spoon in toilet (by Rose [CA]) Jun 29, 2008 11:37 AM
Spoon in toilet (by ManateeAlley [FL]) Jun 29, 2008 12:43 PM
Spoon in toilet (by Lori [NV]) Jun 29, 2008 12:52 PM
Spoon in toilet (by Sean [CA]) Jun 29, 2008 1:07 PM
Spoon in toilet (by Diane [MA]) Jun 29, 2008 1:32 PM
Spoon in toilet (by Amanda [IA]) Jun 29, 2008 2:06 PM
Spoon in toilet (by RR78 [VA]) Jun 29, 2008 3:16 PM
Spoon in toilet (by June [PA]) Jun 29, 2008 3:32 PM
Spoon in toilet (by Virden [OH]) Jun 29, 2008 8:20 PM
Spoon in toilet (by LR [OR]) Jun 30, 2008 7:39 AM
Spoon in toilet (by gevans [SC]) Jun 30, 2008 8:20 AM
Spoon in toilet (by ManateeAlley [FL]) Jun 30, 2008 9:59 AM
Spoon in toilet (by Amanda [IA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 11:19 AM
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State Specific Question About: IOWA (IA)
Hi,
I have my first rental property, Things have been going pretty well. Today my husband was over mowing the lawn and the tenant comes out and says that the toilet is clogged. He goes in to take a look at it, and their is a spoon stuck in the toilet. Aparantly this isn't the only issue. He is going to have to pull the toilet off and try to dig deeper.
My question is, If we should have to call a plumer to fix what their kids threw down the toilet, do we foot this bill or do they? A spoon and whatever else does not constitute as normal usage.
Thanks to anyone who can shed some light onto this for me
Amanda --71.7.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by Wallace CPM [VA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 11:25 AM
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Yes - call a plumber and send tenant the bill. Last I knew, spoons don't have LEGS so it did not walk into the bathroom and swan dive into the toilet only to realize it could not swim...tenant is responsible.
Do NOT establish a precident with residents that you do EVERYTHING for them. Hold them responsible!! --205.188.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by T.T. [MA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 11:31 AM
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As time goes on, you'll likely encounter all sorts of odd things stuck in toilets; toys, toothbrushes, shaving gel caps, etc. Pulling a bowl isn't a terribly involved process and nine times out of ten, whatever's stuck in the bowl can be removed by just about anyone.
I usually take care of the first clog for free. Accidents happen.
Every one thereafter, I call a plumber and bill the customer--I make sure to have the plumber specify on the receipt what was causing the blockage.
You may want to invest in a snake and/or a Zip-It (www.zipitclean.com). They'll come in handy. --72.93.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by Rose [CA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 11:37 AM
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I would have the plumber put down on the receipt what he finds in the toilet and hopefully your husband showed her the spoon?
The tenant is repsonsible for this one. We usually cover most repairs but a spoon and other items their children throw down the toilet is their bill. Otherwise, this will just happen again- --98.208.xx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by ManateeAlley [FL]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 12:43 PM
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If hubby gets into a repair job and spends half a day of his (and your time), he'll get a yeah, thanks, whatEVER! Your time is valuable but "tenny" wont expect to pay if LL does the work. Call YOUR plumber and have him do the work, and hand "tenny" the bill, noting that foreign object is the cause of problem. Why should you work for free? --71.196.xx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by Lori [NV]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 12:52 PM
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Definitely bill the tenant. I only pay for repairs do to normal wear and tear. NOT spoons in the toilet. Have the plumber write on bill what the clog consisted of ie. the spoon. Had a tenant call once to say their child pulled of the frig handle. She had to pay for the repair. Follow what manatee says. Tenants don't think the ll's time is worth anything. --74.34.xx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by Sean [CA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 1:07 PM
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I have a soon to be former tenant that has paid for THREE toilets.. You would think she would learn to keep her brats from playing in the bathroom.
Sean --76.105.xx.xx |
Spoon in toilet (by Diane [MA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 1:32 PM
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Sea, LOL! Had a tenants child flush a toy car, DH couldn't get it out. Had to call RotoRooter but by that time the water had gone thru the floor into the downstairs unit. What a mess.
Yes, bill them! --96.233.xx.x |
Spoon in toilet (by Amanda [IA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 2:06 PM
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Thanks for all the wonderful responses! You guys are Great! --71.7.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by RR78 [VA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 3:16 PM
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Yes, call a plumber when you are sure its the tenants fault.
Only problem if you do yourself is no matter what you charge the tenant will think you are a bad landlord trying to make more money off them. Even if you charge $10.00 they will think it should have been $5.00.
Call a plumber and even if its $200.00 they will be happier since they cant complain about what you charged.
--71.127.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by June [PA]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 3:32 PM
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Years ago, when my sons were very little, husband and I slept later than usual on a Saturday. The boys attempted to flush an entire roll of toilet paper down the toilet.
Husband had to take toilet outside in yard and pry TP out with end of a clothes hanger.
--205.188.xxx.xxx |
Spoon in toilet (by Virden [OH]) Posted on: Jun 29, 2008 8:20 PM
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Someone sent this on here so here it is again...
Dear Tenant, Upon signing of the lease /rental agreement you were issued the only keys to the premises and are the sole occupants. You took possession of a clean, well kept residential rental, with clean floors, walls, and fully functional utilities. While in possession you are responsible for maintaining the dwelling, kitchen and bathrooms, including free flowing drainage of all sinks tubs and showers. Drainage clogs are the responsibility of the lessee and under no circumstances will the landlord incur charges for plumbing services requested or required as a result of abuse, mistreatment, or negligent practices resulting in the loss of function of any of the water based utilities. If a problem arises, Please call the listed plumbing service with whom a discounted rate is offered for residents of this building. --99.128.xx.xx |
Spoon in toilet (by LR [OR]) Posted on: Jun 30, 2008 7:39 AM
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It is amazing the things that get pulled out of our toilets, I have been keeping a collection of the items that get pulled out of toilets. Toys, toothbrushes, some I cannot identify. What is real funny is when people come into my office, and start playing around with the items, I wish I could have a pic of their faces whaen I tell them what they are playing with LOL. --64.122.xxx.xx |
Spoon in toilet (by gevans [SC]) Posted on: Jun 30, 2008 8:20 AM
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Keep a collection????? EEEEEEWWWWWWWWW!
I've pulled deodorant lids, razors, matchbox cars, a barbie head, and the spray shield off a potty seat from the toilet.
I DID NOT keep any of em for a collection!
Also pulled a double handfull of tile and grout from a rehab toilet. The tile guys love to pour their extra stuff down the hole. I think the stuff had been there for 30 years. --141.129.x.xx |
Spoon in toilet (by ManateeAlley [FL]) Posted on: Jun 30, 2008 9:59 AM
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Hey Virden, I thought I recognized such sage advice, MINE. I'm flattered someone actually saved it.... --71.196.xx.xxx |
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