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What happens if a tenant loses a key?
Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant.
How do you evict someone without a lease in Texas?
Even without a lease, you can evict a tenant. Because there is no lease or rental agreement, a landlord or property manager can evict a tenant for any reason. The only legal provision would be that a proper notice must be given to the tenant being evicted.
Is landlord responsible for front door lock?
It is a basic responsibility of the landlord to provide you with a secure home, free of all hazards of any type. This means that the landlord is responsible for changing all locks and entry keys after each tenant and it is reasonable for you to request such actions to be taken.
Can I kick someone out of my house without notice in Texas?
You can only evict your roommate if they aren’t on the lease or are your subtenant. Most of the laws relevant to leased apartments in Texas can be found in Title 8, Chapter 92 of the Texas Property Code. This law says that a lease can be oral or written, and can be made between a tenant and a subtenant.
Do you have a key to your property?
If you are not a homeowner, then your property manager, super, property owner, etc., likely has a key of their own. In the case that you are the sole owner of your property, think back to a vacation that you took, or a work trip that you went on.
What to do if you lose your front or back door keys?
If you have lost your front or back doors key for your house, the solution is very simple. A MLA Locksmith will: Help you gain entry to the property. Change the lock for security preventions to eliminate the use of your old keys. Cut keys for your new lock.
A lot of people typically have a spare key hidden somewhere on the property: under a mat, in the flower pot, in the window sill and so on. If you are one of such people, then you can always easily retrieve your spare keys from the hidden spots whenever you lose the copy you had.
Should I change my locks if my house keys are stolen?
Losing your house keys doesn’t always warrant changing your locks, but as earlier stated, if you are absolutely certain that your keys were stolen, then it is in your best interest that you change your locks. Whether it was a master key or spare key, the last thing you want to do is jeopardize the security of your home by not changing the locks.