Repairs & Habitability
Handling Repair Requests Without Creating Liability
A simple intake process protects habitability compliance and the paper trail you'll want later.
Updated March 30, 2026 · 5 min read
Require repair requests in writing (email counts). Acknowledge receipt within one business day. Log the request, your response, and the completion date.
Enter the unit only after providing the notice required by state law — typically 24 hours in advance, except in emergencies. Undocumented entries feed retaliation claims.