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Grannynannywanny Thu 19-Oct-23 13:49:32

If he’s allowed to use your washing machine maybe you could suggest nicely to him to just ask if he needs help with the operating instructions. It might be enough of a gentle nudge to get him moving in the right direction.

Theexwife Thu 19-Oct-23 13:39:57

lodgers have rights so you cannot just ask him to leave, how long was his lease initially? How much notice was in the agreement? His lease will not state how often he has to wash his bedding and his and your levels of cleanliness may differ.

You have to be careful to follow the laws regarding this or you could find yourself severely out of pocket or he may be allowed to stay for the whole of his lease.

Germanshepherdsmum Thu 19-Oct-23 13:35:16

Don’t use this. It is not the type of agreement you need for a lodger.

ExDancer Thu 19-Oct-23 13:11:06

www.rocketlawyer.com/gb/en/sem/room-rental-agreement?

I'm in no way recommending these people, but send the link to show that
there are such legalities available.

ExDancer Thu 19-Oct-23 13:05:55

Give him the address (or better still a business card) of the nearest laundry shop?
Do you have access to his room as a part of your letting agreement?
You do have a legal letting agreement don't you? If not, see a solicitor and get him to sign one.

greenlady102 Thu 19-Oct-23 13:02:02

tell him you have got a relative coming to use the room? Although i'd be inclined to be clear why you are terminiating his rental.

Larman50 Thu 19-Oct-23 12:58:49

I have a lodger that moved in at the begining of September . So far he has not washed any bedding (he uses his own which are very tatty) he keeps stale food and plates etc in his room and the bed is literally covered in dirty clothes as he never used the washing machine . When he opens the door his room smells ! . I am used to having lodgers but think this one is dirty . How shall I ask him to leave without causing too much offence as I have to live with him for the duration of the notice . Any ideas welcome