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Sorry - me too.:
When you sign a lease/tenancy agreement you are signing on for what you have in the house. If something needs to be replaced (due to wear and tear/age of the item) then it is up to the owner. For example, if our dishwasher broke I would expect it to be replaced like with like. The dishwasher was, in essence, included in the weekly price.
Are you able to claim on insurance?
I think a 7kg is a good compromise - I meant what happens if they stop making 8kg front loaders (as an example) you would have to go with the next best thing. For 1kg I don't think I would quibble.
Sounds like a great plan and at only 20 pounds more won't break bank either.
Depends on the contract - if the contract states "a washing machine" is provided then 7kg is not only more than fair, it's generous of you to pay extra. If the contract states "an 8kg washing machine" is included, then you would have to replace it.
FWIW, I once rented a house with a dishwasher and was told "when it goes, it goes and won't be replaced". That was fine. Aside from essentials (such as a boiler) then you should check if you have to replace at all or whether the renter should buy one and take it when they go. (From someone who kitted out a rental place with washing machine and freezer - which went with her as she left - as they weren't provided as they aren't essentials).
Thanks TFB, the contract just stated "a washing machine" so legally I am ok and I got the 7kg one which should be fine and is also a much better water/power rating than the old one, not to mention a better brand. Hopefully she will be so pleased with the general upgrade that she won't mind the slightly smaller drum :)