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California · Templates

Template: report a rental defect

Copy a factual repair report with location, date, impact, photographs and an access question.

Short answer

Include the exact location, factual condition, first observed date, present impact, photographs and a clear request for inspection or repair timing.

What to do next

  1. Avoid guessing the cause unless a qualified report identifies it.
  2. Attach or preserve dated images and previous reports.
  3. Record the sent time, response and every offered appointment.

Template: report a rental defect

Subject: Repair report for [room / issue]

Hello,

I am reporting the following issue at the rental property:
[Location and factual description]
[First observed date and current impact]

I have attached or retained dated photographs. Please confirm when the issue will be inspected and what access is needed.

Kind regards,
[Name]

Evidence to collect

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Scope and limits

This is a self-service information page for California renters. It does not review your documents, decide a dispute or replace qualified help for urgent, high-value or complex matters.

Official sources

These official pages are the starting point for this California summary. City rules, property type and dates can change the route.

California Department of Justice

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Common questions

Common questions

What should a written repair report include?

Include the exact location, factual condition, first observed date, present impact, photographs and a clear request for inspection or repair timing.

Which records should I collect for “Template: report a rental defect”?

Start with: Dated photographs or video with room labels, Emails, messages and letters with the landlord or agent, A dated timeline of notices, inspections and replies. Do not share names, addresses or account details publicly.

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