If you can still live in your place despite the problem, then you should fi rst write your landlord explaining the situation, and informing the landlord of any housing, building or health code violations. Sending a letter like this is the best way to get repairs done and still stay on good terms with your landlord. You should keep a copy of this letter. If appropriate, you may want to suggest that your landlord reduce the rent until he repairs the problem. You may also want to warn him that you may withhold rent if the problem.
