N.M. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Had a leak in my bathroom from the 3rd floor down into the 2nd floor. Insurance company came out and tested my bathroom walls for asbestos. They came back hot. Who is responsible for the removal of the asbestos? Mister Condo replies: N.M., I am…
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Shoddy Condo Repair with Disastrous Consequences
M.A. from Cuyahoga County, Ohio writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have an in-depth situation regarding a condo HOA I am looking for advice on. Declaration and bylaws state that the HOA is responsible for foundation. They also state all work is to be done properly, promptly, in a good workmanlike manner, safely, neatly, and up to…
Mold Remediation Required a Full Year After Condo Leak Repaired
E.F. from Broward County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Condo repaired leaking pipe between 1st and 2nd floors. They did no air drying after repairing the pipe. A year later we found mold on a connected wall which must be remediated before selling our unit. Is the condo responsible for mold remediation? Thank You! Mister Condo replies: E.F., I…
Condo Board Makes Unpopular Decision to Close Building for Contractor Mistake Repairs
L.G. from Worcester County, Maryland writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own a condo in a coastal beach town as a second home. Six months ago, new deck coating was put down and the contractor did a horrible job. The deck coating immediately became filthy. The condo board announced that the contractor would fix the deck…