Ask your landlord to make repairs – free template (US)

In almost every state, landlords must keep a rental unit habitable: working heat, plumbing, hot water, electricity and a weather-tight, safe building. Report problems in writing and keep a copy. Do not withhold rent or "repair and deduct" before checking your state's exact rules, or you may risk eviction.

Legal basis: Implied warranty of habitability under state law (for example Cal. Civ. Code § 1941.1; Tex. Prop. Code §§ 92.052–92.056; N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 235-b) · Legal position: October 2026

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Maria Gonzalez
1820 Oak Street, Apt 4, Austin, TX 78701
[email protected]

October 31, 2026

Hill Country Properties LLC
300 W 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Request for repairs – 1820 Oak Street, Apt 4, Austin, TX 78701

Dear Hill Country Properties LLC:

I am writing to request repairs at 1820 Oak Street, Apt 4, Austin, TX 78701. The following conditions have existed since October 27, 2026:

  • The air conditioning has stopped working.
  • The kitchen sink is leaking into the cabinet below.

These conditions affect the health, safety or habitability of the unit. Under Texas law and my lease, please make the repairs within 7 days of this notice. Let me know when a repair person will come; I will provide access at reasonable times.

I am keeping a copy of this letter and photos of the problems.

Sincerely,

Maria Gonzalez

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Created with Pflichtblatt (pflichtblatt.com). General guidance under the law of the United States and the state you selected, legal position as of October 2026. Not legal advice. Please check that it is up to date and fits your situation.

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What does “Warranty of habitability” mean?

In almost every state, a landlord must keep a rental safe and livable: heat, water, hot water, electricity and a weather-tight building. Your rights if repairs are not made, such as repair and deduct, depend on your state.

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