Landlord required to takes care of pests?

Asked about 1 year ago - Los Angeles, CA

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Lately I've noticed bugs entering my apartment through cracks around the window, and when I try and get ahold of the landlord he tells me to "See what I can do about it first". This is clearly the landlord's responsibility, right?


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    San Marino Real Estate Attorney
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    Answered April 30, 2012 22:17. Correct, this is the landlord's responsibility pursuant to California Civil Code sections 1941 and 1941.1.

    Frank W. Chen is licensed to practice law in the State of California. The information presented here is general in... more
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    San Francisco Debt Collection Attorney
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    Answered May 05, 2012 17:24. It is the landlord's responsibility to take care of these problems.

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