Apartment managers are typically responsible for normal wear and tear or daily living in an apartment. If you have lived in a place for a few years, there’s bound to be few things wrong with your apartment. However, as a tenant you are responsible for repairing or paying for any damage. Sometimes knowing the difference between the two can be tough. Here is a quick look at the differences between damage and normal wear and tear.

 

Wear and Tear

Curtains or paint faded by the Sun

Small nicks on the walls

Small dents

A few small nails in the walls

Rug worn from walking

Faded blinds

Bathroom mirror with black spots

 

Damage

 

Cigarette burns on walls, carpets and curtains

Broken tiles in bathroom or kitchen

Dirty cabinets

Missing blinds or curtains

Bathroom or kitchen grim

Dirty or broken refrigerator