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Is There a Case for Compulsory Pest Control in Rentals?
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Is There a Case for Compulsory Pest Control in Rentals?
Date Added: September 08, 2011 11:29:07 AM
Author: David Judge
Category: Business: Real Estate

Have you ever had an embarrassing moment where you have visitors and suddenly a huge cockroach crawls across your carpet? Something like this has probably happened to everyone at some time or another. It is a predicament all over the world and Australia has the same problems regarding pest infestation. If you are renting a home it is a good idea to check with our Real Estate Point Cook branch or other branches, in order to find out the rules and regulations regarding pest control. You should check whether a clause regarding pest control is in your rental agreement. If you don’t have a copy, you can request one from your property manager. Sometimes, the owner or property manager may have a property fumigated after the end of a tenancy and before new tenants move in. Thereafter, if pests invade a home, the tenants would be responsible for getting rid of them. Again, it all depends on the terms of your agreement. There is often some dispute as to who is responsible. If, as a tenant, you have moved into a new home and you discover that it is infested with all kinds of bugs, namely, mice, spiders, and cockroaches, just to name a few, then it is up to the landlord to make arrangements for pest control and you, as the tenant, should not be responsible for the cost. Let’s look at another scenario. You move into a property that is free from bugs. There are no signs of any creatures that might have you or your family screaming and reaching for an insect spray. Good! You have moved into a pest-free home. However, you have brought the family pets with you—two cute dogs and a cat. After a while, you notice that there are fleas in the lounge and bedroom. Your pets have brought them in, so who is responsible the cost of pest control in this case? If you have moved into a pest-free home and there are now fleas in their dozens, it is your responsibility to get rid of them. If you are living with pets inside your home, then you can expect pests. In this case, the landlord cannot be held responsible. The same would apply if rats or mice enter your home because food has been left in open spaces. If you feel that the infestation is not your fault, discuss the terms of your rental agreement with our Real Estate Point Cook or other branches. Remember that your landlord or property manager is there to help and advise you when you are in doubt. http://www.icpm.com.au
 
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