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Updated: 6/13/24
Arizona temperatures can skyrocket in the summer, which means that you need air conditioning to feel comfortable. As a renter, if your air conditioner breaks, you may wonder how long your landlord has to fix it.
Know That You’re Protected
In Arizona, air conditioning is considered to be an essential service because of the hot and dry climate and the dangerously high temperatures. Arizona landlords are required to keep air conditioning in working order. If your landlord won’t fix things, talk to a lawyer about your rights as a renter in Arizona.
Understand the Timeframe
When the temperatures are scorching, a lack of air conditioning at home can certainly pose a threat to your well-being. If it’s over 100 degrees outside and the AC is broken, it is considered a health and safety issue. Your landlord has five days to fix the problem.
If the broken air conditioning is not a health or safety risk, your landlord has more time to fix it. For example, during the colder months when temperatures are lower, you may have to wait up to 10 days to get the air conditioner repaired.
Put Your Request in Writing
Make sure that you establish a paper trail of your request to get the air conditioner fixed. Do not verbally inform your landlord that the unit is broken. Write a letter stating that the unit is in need of repair. You can also include how the broken air conditioner is negatively affecting you.
The best move is to deliver this letter directly to your landlord so that the clock on the five days can start right away. If you send the letter by mail, you could end up having to wait an additional five days to get the unit fixed.
Never Attempt a DIY AC Repair
You may find that 5 days is too long and decide to make the repairs yourself. This is not a wise decision. If you are not trained, fixing your own air conditioner can be dangerous, and Arizona law does not grant tenants the right to do it themselves. Your landlord could make you pay for any damage if you try to repair it on your own.
In a state like Arizona where the climate is so hot and dry, having a cool home to retreat to at the end of the day is necessary. The professionals at Moyer’s Heating & Cooling Inc. can get air conditioners fixed and running again to provide for that essential need. Our team also works on heating units, and both residential and commercial services are available. To get started on your way to a cooler home in Prescott Valley, contact Moyer’s Heating & Cooling Inc. today to book an appointment.
