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We have a great resident that has been with us for a few years. During her residency, she has only had 1 or 2 work requests. She lives on the second floor. A few months ago, her boyfriend moved in. He is between 400 and 500 pounds (At least). Since he moved in, we have work orders almost daily. A few weeks ago, we had to replace the shower pan. It was leaking (The contractor said that it was from too much weight stepping on the drain). The... Show more

Donje Putnam It is reasonable to expect to take a shower in your home, no matter your size. The resident is not abusing the home. How can you tell him he can’t shower? Could you find a reinforced pan or set the pan in mortar or something so the shower doesn’t flex as much? Usually they break from the flexing if they are fiberglass. I had a tub break like this and had to put foam under it to keep it solid but I don’t know if that is good practice.
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Guest Insider I've been in this position and wound up having the bottom completely tiled in and eliminated the shower pan. I ate the cost and the problem was resolved - they stayed 4 years so it paid for itself in reduction of vacancy loss in my mind
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Guest Insider Have the resident apply for and get an approval for a reasonable modification request and they would be responsible for the cost.
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