Obligation of Pest Control in an Apartment
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Question
Who is responsible for pest control in an apartment, the tenant or the landlord?
Answer
Regular pest control is the responsibility of the tenant, but if it is something unusual, it is the landlord's responsibility.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 314
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