Standard wear and tear, which includes the natural, gradual wear and ageing of a rental property and its contents due to normal, everyday use over time, is typically the responsibility of homeowners. Homeowners bear the cost of restoring the property to its original condition in cases of standard wear and tear.
Damages, on the other hand, involve any harm, destruction, or excessive deterioration that goes beyond what's reasonably expected from normal use. Damages fall under the tenant's responsibility, and the cost of fixing them can be deducted from the tenant's security deposit.
In summary, standard wear and tear are costs homeowners typically cover, while damages are deviations from the norm that tenants are responsible for.
