What evidence do landlords need to justify redecoration costs at the end of a tenancy?
Redecoration is one of the most common areas of dispute at the end of a tenancy. In fact, almost a third of deposit claims handled by the Tenancy Deposit Scheme involve it. While it’s understandable to want your property returned in the same condition, tenants can’t be charged for every small scuff or nail hole, and only damage that goes beyond fair wear and tear is claimable - with reliable evidence to support it.
