This is a sample letter to tell your landlord you need repairs. When you write your own letter, include:
- names, dates, your address and signature
- a description of the problems
- background information if you already talked to the super or asked for repairs
- a request for advance notice if they will come to your apartment, so you can plan
Use a polite tone and keep a copy for your records.
Sample Letter:
[Today's date]
Dear [Landlord]:
I am writing to request immediate repairs to my apartment. I have told [the super] about these issues, but they have not been repaired.
The repairs are:
[Bathroom: mold on the wall by the toilet and the vinyl floor by the toilet is coming up.]
[Kitchen: leaking from the pipes below the sink]
[Large Bedroom: peeling paint and plaster around the window sills, poor insulation around the windows through which cold air comes into the room, broken radiator that does not heat up.]
I need advance notice of the date and time for the repairs. Please contact me to set it up.
Sincerely,
[Your name (Apt #)]
[Your phone number] (optional)
Last Reviewed: December 12, 2023