Solar or electric boiler not heating? These are common issues that leave tenants without hot water.
Water heater broke – who pays?
What does the law say?
A water heater is fixed property equipment. Repair or replacement is the landlord's responsibility. Tenant handles routine maintenance: cleaning filter, reporting issues.
What to do
- Check the breaker is on.
- Check the heater switch.
- If still broken – notify landlord in writing.
- Photo the heater.
- Demand repair or replacement.
Common mistakes
Buying a new heater without landlord approval. Continuing to use a leaking heater. Not maintaining – annual anode cleaning extends life.
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How Flamingo handles it
We send a certified plumber. If replacement needed – coordinated with owner. Tenant pays nothing for structural issues.
FAQ
How much does boiler replacement cost? 2,000-5,000 NIS – landlord's responsibility.
What if landlord refuses? Demand in writing and seek legal action if needed.
How to prevent issues? Annual maintenance: anode check and system cleaning.
Summary: Boiler is the landlord's responsibility
Don't pay for repairs that aren't yours.
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