Y.S. from Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, A contractor damaged personal property during construction. The contractor was hired by the HOA’s property manager. The property manager is saying that they are not responsible, and that the contractor said they would not be responsible for any damages either? Is this even legal? What recourse do I…
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Management Company Selects Contractor Without Condo Board Input
J.W. from Texas writes: Dear Mister Condo, We had a burst main water pipe during the recent winter weather. HOA management company wants to use their contractor for the build back, which has no remodeling experience and did a bad job on the tear out. Can HOA force us to use the company they choose?…
Condo Contractor Damaged Deeded Seawall
T.S. from Pinellas County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo association cut of the footing bolts located on my deeded seawall location without my permission or knowledge. Are they liable to replace them? Mister Condo replies: T.S., I am sorry that you had your seawall damaged in such manner. I am not an attorney…
Condo Owner Has No Say in Repair Contractor Selection
K.J. from Fairfax County, Virginia writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have water damage to my unit (and my downstairs neighbor’s unit) caused by a leak behind my shower wall. My downstairs neighbor noticed it and her plumber identified the problem. My home warranty covered the repair. When I filed a claim with my insurance for…