Dealing with winter heating requests is a common part of being a small landlord, especially in older homes. Given that your wiring has some age to it, looking the other way is risky because space heaters draw a lot of power and can easily overload older circuits. Many landlords choose to address this directly in the lease by either banning them outright or setting strict safety rules. Safety rules usually require that any approved heater must plug directly into the wall outlet, feature an automatic tip over shutoff, and never be used with an extension cord. At the same time, it is always wise to check the primary heat source in the room to make sure vents, radiators, or thermostats are doing their job properly. If a room is consistently cold, solving the root cause is the best fix. Local rental codes and lease enforcement practices can vary by location, so check your local regulations to see what rules apply to heating equipment in rental housing.
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