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Landlord Failure to Exterminate \u2013 Your Right to Sue Your Landlord for Failing to Maintain the Warranty of Habitability<\/h1>\n
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All tenants have a basic right when it comes to the rental properties that they live in \u2013 they have a right to live in rental apartments and homes that are habitable and, in a nutshell, safe to live in. In practically every state in the U.S., there is something called the implied warranty of habitability. This warranty, whether it is explicitly stated in a rental contract or not, makes landlords responsible for keeping their rental properties in a habitable condition.<\/p>\n

A number of conditions in rental properties can make the properties inhabitable. One of the most common conditions being pest infestations. When infestations are present, landlords must address them before any tenants<\/a> move in. If they become aware of infestations after tenants have already moved in, they must also take action to address the infestation in most cases. If your landlord has failed to exterminate any pest infestation in your rental, your rental apartment or home could be considered inhabitable.<\/p>\n

If your landlord failed to maintain the warranty of habitability by failing to exterminate, then you might have grounds to pursue a claim against your landlord. For more information about your legal options, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

At Downtown L.A. Law Group, our attorneys have experience handling all sorts of claims, including claims surrounding landlord-tenant issues, like the failure to keep rental properties free of any infestations. Our lawyers are ready to help you file your claim<\/a> and help you reach the outcome possible.<\/p>\n

Do not hesitate to contact us today.<\/p>\n

About the Warranty of Habitability<\/span><\/p>\n

The warranty of habitability is described in California\u2019s Civil Code 1941.1. It states that landlords have to ensure that their rental properties meet a number of conditions to keep the property in a habitable condition. One of the conditions that must be met is that the property must not have any vermin or insects, including any rats, mice, bed bugs, roaches, etc. In other words, landlords have to ensure that their rental<\/a> properties are free of any infestations. If they are aware of infestations, they must act quickly to exterminate and get rid of the infestation.<\/p><\/div>\n

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An Exception to the Warranty of Habitability<\/span><\/p>\n

If the infestation is a direct result of the actions of the tenant, then the landlord might not be responsible. Although a landlord should still address the infestation as soon as possible (as soon as he or she becomes aware), he or she might not be responsible for any costs \u2013 on the contrary, the tenants will be likely responsible for all costs.<\/p>\n

Possible Pest Infestations in Rental Properties<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the most common pest infestations that can be found in rental properties throughout California include the following:<\/p>\n