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Maintenance and repairs a landlord must perform

States, counties and cities have housing codes that require every landlord to provide "the basics": hot & cold running water, a roof that doesn't leak, safe wiring, and the like. The landlord must provide habitable premises when you move in and make repairs to these basics as they are needed.

In addition, communities have health codes that require property owners (including landlords) to keep their premises free of rats, mice, and other vermin. And there will probably be a fire code that requires a landlord to keep the place free of flammable materials and dangerous wiring.

And finally, don't forget your lease or rental agreement. If the landlord promised to repair or maintain something - even if it is not a "basic" - he must keep his promise. Thus, if the lease requires him to paint the rooms periodically, to clean the swimming pool, or to provide a doorman, he must do this.