West Virginia Third-Party Contractor Deposit Extension

If premises damage exceeds the security deposit and requires services of a third-party contractor, § 37-6A-2(c) requires notice within the normal notice period and then permits an additional 15 days to provide damage itemization and repair cost.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited

Extra time+15 days

Only after timely notice under subsection (c).

ConditionDamage exceeds deposit + third-party contractor

Not a universal extension.

Preserve

Original notice-period deadline.
Written extension notice.
Contractor identity.
Invoice/estimate and repair scope.
Date final itemization was provided.

West Virginia’s notice period can depend on a later re-rental event. Educational information only.

Official sources

West Virginia LegislatureW. Va. Code § 37-6A-2 — Security deposits ↗

Current official code covering return, permitted deductions, itemization, contractor extension and delivery/address rules.

Related West Virginia guides

Security Deposit →60 / 45-Day Rule →Allowed Deductions →Forwarding Address →