IELTS Writing Task 1 — General Training Letter You rent an apartment and there is a problem with the heating system. It has not been working for the past week. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter: - Describe the problem - Explain how it is affecting you - Say what you would like the landlord to do Write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Tip: Begin with "Dear Mr/Mrs [Name]," and end with "Yours sincerely," if you know the name, or "Yours faithfully," if you don't.