Winter’s coming, and I’m worried because we haven’t agreed on who pays the guests’ gas bill
If you host a short-term rental, you may wonder how to charge guests when heating costs spike in winter.
“Can I bill guests later if the gas bill is unusually high?”
“What should I set the management fee at to avoid losing money over winter?”
To avoid disputes over gas bills, set out what the management fee covers before the contract—not after usage goes up.
Here’s a look at how landlords on plott LIFE handle gas costs, based on listings from early November 2026, plus tips for setting fees and explaining them clearly.
We’ll also compare with Zigbang Short-Term Rentals, where management fees are fixed and aren’t adjusted based on usage.
How do other hosts handle gas costs?
How many listings include gas in the management fee?
Of 280 listings from independent hosts, 244 (87%) list gas as included in the management fee.
We reviewed the details of 280 independent-host listings on plott LIFE, excluding company-managed properties.
Included in management fee | Listings |
|---|---|
Electricity, water, gas, internet | 211 |
Electricity, water, gas | 30 |
Other combinations including gas | 3 |
Combinations without gas (electricity, water, internet, etc.) | 21 |
Listings with no inclusions specified | 15 |
The median management fee is ₩60,000 per week. 33 listings set it at ₩0.
Source: 280 independent-host listings on plott LIFE, excluding company-managed properties (early November 2026)
What do listings that include gas say about high usage?
99 listings (35%) mention terms like excessive use, overages, extra fees, or limits in their fee details.
Even when gas is included, some hosts note in advance that extra charges may apply if usage is unusually high.
Location | Weekly management fee | Included | Fee details (summary) |
|---|---|---|---|
Gangdong-gu, Seoul | ₩60,000 | Electricity, water, gas, internet | Extra fees may apply for very high usage |
Daedeok-gu, Daejeon | ₩70,000 | Electricity, water, gas, internet | Utilities are included, but excessive usage may be charged separately |
Nam-gu, Ulsan | ₩60,000 | Electricity, water, gas, internet | Excessive usage may be charged separately |
Geumcheon-gu, Seoul | ₩0 | Electricity, water, gas, internet | Management fees are free up to ₩300,000 per month; overages may be charged |
Mapo-gu, Seoul | ₩170,000 | Electricity, water, gas, internet | All management fees are included |
Gangseo-gu, Busan | ₩30,000 | Electricity, water, internet | Gas isn’t included |
Busanjin-gu, Busan | ₩50,000 | Water, internet | No note provided; electricity and gas aren’t listed as included |
Stating a policy and actually collecting extra fees are separate matters.
This article doesn’t confirm how plott LIFE handles usage overages. Check with the host support channel first.
Source: plott LIFE listing details (early November 2026; wording shortened without changing the meaning)
How does Zigbang Short-Term Rentals handle gas bills?
Can gas costs be settled based on usage?
No. Zigbang Short-Term Rentals charges a fixed management fee, with no usage-based adjustment.
Hosts enter a “weekly management fee,” which is a fixed amount that includes utilities such as electricity, water, and gas.
If costs exceed the fee, hosts can’t collect the difference during settlement. They can request a deduction from the security deposit at move-out for “management fee overage.”
①Proof, such as a management fee bill or usage records, is required
②No deduction is made without the tenant’s consent
③The total deduction for damage, loss, and management fee overages can’t exceed ₩300,000 of the security deposit
Source: Zigbang Short-Term Rentals landlord FAQ (checked October 2026; terms may change)
How do Zigbang and plott LIFE handle gas costs differently?
Winter gas costs | Zigbang Short-Term Rentals | plott LIFE |
|---|---|---|
Setting the management fee | Weekly fee required (fixed, utilities included) | List the weekly fee and inclusions in the listing details |
Usage-based adjustment | None | Explain fees in advance in the listing |
Handling overages | Request a deposit deduction at move-out (proof and tenant consent required; ₩300,000 limit) | Check with the host support channel |
On Zigbang, the key is to set a realistic management fee from the start. On plott LIFE, clearly list what’s included and explain how usage is handled.
Source: Zigbang Short-Term Rentals landlord FAQ and plott LIFE listing details (early November 2026)
Set management fees to avoid gas bill disputes
Worried about winter heating costs? How much should you charge?
Base it on your property’s actual usage; there’s no one-size-fits-all amount.
The table above shows weekly fees ranging from ₩0 to ₩170,000.
①If you have last winter’s gas bills, divide the monthly amount by four to estimate a weekly fee
②For properties with higher winter usage, decide whether to include gas or set a limit
③If you set a low fee, clearly state whether gas is included and what happens if usage exceeds the limit
If the fee is low and you don’t explain the terms, disagreements are more likely once winter usage rises.
How should I explain whether gas is included?
Select the inclusions in your listing details. If gas isn’t included or there’s a limit, state that clearly in the fee details too.
Here are brief examples for different situations:
Situation | Example wording |
|---|---|
Gas included | Electricity, water, gas, and internet are included in the management fee. We may contact you separately if unusually high usage significantly increases costs. |
Fee limit applies | The management fee covers up to ₩○○ per month. We’ll review usage records and let you know about any overage. |
Gas not included | Gas isn’t included in the management fee. Contact us before signing for details about gas costs. |
※ These are examples. Set the ○○ amount based on your property.
①When asked before signing, give the same details as your listing
②Take photos of meter readings at move-in and move-out for easy reference
③Review the fee details in your listing before winter starts
Source: plott LIFE listing details and Zigbang Short-Term Rentals landlord FAQ (early November 2026)
