Septic Tank Leak Solutions

Summary

Under Tennessee law, landlords must maintain essential facilities like plumbing. If they fail, tenants can notify them in writing and withhold rent. If no action is taken, tenants can repair the issue themselves and deduct the cost from rent. Contact the Sequatchie County Courthouse for further assistance.

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We need advice concerning tenant/landlord. We have a serious septic tank leak and can't get it fixed
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Could you please provide the location of your property? This will help me provide appropriate legal information.
Dunlap Tennessee s
Under Tennessee law:
- Landlords must maintain all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, and other facilities.
- If the landlord fails to do so, the tenant may notify the landlord in writing and may withhold rent.
Court Contact:

Sequatchie County Courthouse


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Cherry St, Dunlap, TN *
Website: www.sequatchie.com
101Fortunes Way Dunlap Tennessee *
Thank you for the information, ****. In Tennessee:
- Notify your landlord in writing about the issue.
- If no action is taken, you may withhold rent.
For further help, contact your local court:
~Sequatchie County Courthouse
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Cherry St, Dunlap, TN *
Website: www.sequatchie.com
What do we do next
If the landlord doesn't act after your written notification, you can repair the problem yourself and deduct the cost from your rent. You may also consider contacting a local tenant attorney or legal aid office.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask. It's important to protect your rights as a tenant.