I went into the basement storage room to look for a winter bin
The basement storage-room light shut off while I was still inside with my bin.
Common Area Problems
Stories about Common Area Problems from tenants, roommates, and renters dealing with landlord issues, repairs, deposits, rent fights, and housing stress.
The Hallway Carpet Bubble Caught My Shoe
A hallway carpet bubble caught my shoe and nearly sent my coffee flying.
The Trash Room Door Slammed While My Bags Were Leaking
The trash-room door closer slammed shut while my trash bags were already leaking.
Bike Room Door Swung Back While I Held My Bike
The bike room doorstop slipped, and the door swung back while I was holding my bike.
The Fire Door Alarm Chirped All Night
A fire door alarm chirped every thirty seconds all night before maintenance changed the battery.