D.G. from Los Angeles, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, During a recent rainstorm there was a leak from the roof directly into the ceiling and down the inside of the wall in my unit. At the time, I e-mailed a letter including pictures and video to the HOA. The building manager had come into my…
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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…
Condo Association Delays Hot Water Repair
J.K. from Fairfax County, Virginia writes: Dear Mister Condo, How many days does the Condo Association have to fix a hot water issue? Mister Condo replies: J.K., I am sorry that you are experiencing a delay with association-provided hot water. I am not aware of any time frame in which the association must fix a…
Condo Association Repairs Leaky Roof but Leaves Damaged Ceiling
R.P. from Rockingham County, New Hampshire writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our condo is a stand-alone house. We had minor leaking from rain that came thru the roof and stained our ceiling inside. The roof is 12 years old. They repaired the roof last week. Can I have them pay for painting our ceiling? Mister Condo…