R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 6-13.1 § 6-13.1-12.1
Appliances — Information concerning used or rebuilt parts
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Any person engaged in the business of servicing or repairing electric and/or gas appliances for consumers shall, prior to any servicing or repair, inform the consumer of the intention to utilize any used or rebuilt parts. The utilization of used or rebuilt parts shall be indicated on the customer's repair invoice. Any person who violates the provisions of this section shall pay a civil penalty of up to five hundred dollars ($500).
Rhode Island General Laws § 6-13.1-12.1 requires that businesses servicing or repairing electric or gas appliances tell consumers ahead of time if they plan to use any used or rebuilt parts during the repair. That disclosure must also appear in writing on the customer's repair invoice. Violations of this rule carry a civil penalty of up to $500.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who arrange appliance servicing for rental units should be aware that under § 6-13.1-12.1, the repair businesses they hire are obligated to disclose any intended use of used or rebuilt parts before work begins and to note that information on the invoice. Keeping copies of repair invoices that reflect these disclosures is a common practice for operators who want a clear maintenance record. Selecting service providers who follow this disclosure requirement helps ensure that appliance repairs at rental properties are conducted in compliance with Rhode Island law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 6-13.1-12.1, Rhode Island tenants and consumers have the right to be told before an appliance repair begins whether used or rebuilt parts will be used, and that information must appear on the final invoice. If a repair business fails to provide this disclosure or omit it from the invoice, that business may be subject to a civil penalty of up to $500. Tenants who believe this provision has been violated may consider contacting Rhode Island's consumer protection office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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