Roommate Chore Division
Discussing how to split household responsibilities fairly with roommates
Situations
Choose from 5 conversations to practice
Initial Chore Discussion
Roommates meet for the first time or early in their cohabitation to establish a general system for dividing chores, discussing expectations and common areas.
Creating a Chore Roster
Roommates work together to create a detailed weekly or bi-weekly chore roster, assigning specific tasks like cleaning the bathroom, kitchen, or taking out trash to different individuals on a rotating basis.
Addressing Missed Chores
One roommate needs to gently remind another about a chore they missed or didn't complete to the agreed standard, aiming for a polite and constructive conversation.
Renegotiating Chore Responsibilities
Due to changes in work schedules, new habits, or feeling the current division is unfair, roommates sit down to renegotiate and adjust the existing chore responsibilities.
Dealing with Uneven Contributions
A situation arises where one or more roommates consistently feel that another roommate is not contributing their fair share to the household chores, leading to a potentially sensitive discussion.