griff Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hi all, I havent been on here for a while but now i need some advice. We recently evicted some problem tenants (again). We have been contacted by Welsh Water saying that we are going to be cut off if we dont pay the outstanding amount. Apparently our tenants didnt register with the water board when they moved in last August and never paid any money. They moved out in May. Welsh water now want us (the landlords) to pay the outstanding water bill of over £200. They say that its too late to chase the ex tenant and we are responsible. Any thoughts or advice welcomed. Griff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melboy Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Some and I say some water authorities will only accept liability if the Landlord has informed them of tenancy change-over details to them. If you were on a metered supply it is normally the landlord or their agents to provide the water authority with a new reading. Welsh water may well throw this fact back at you as their reason for your liabilty and not theirs. Mel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mortitia Posted July 1, 2010 Report Share Posted July 1, 2010 I agree with Mel. It is up to the landlord to inform the water company of a change of tenant. I do it for all the utilities and council tax just to avoid this sort of aggro. Mostly is can be done online or with a quick phonecall. Mortitia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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