G.R. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can I change the windows of my condominiums by myself? I cannot afford to pay a Licensed contractor. Mister Condo replies: G.R., while most condominium associations would frown upon a homeowner taking on a “Do It Yourself” for window replacement, the real answer lies in your…
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Leaky Window Improperly Repaired by Condo Association – Twice!
R.T. from Charlotte County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Per declarations, the COA has responsibility for the windows. The only exception is if an owner breaks a window from the inside. One of windows and the entire frame around it developed a severe leak during a wind-driven rain event. The water entered around the frame,…
HOA Mandates Window and Slider Replacement
R.K. from Cape May, New Jersey writes: Dear Mister Condo, The Association has imposed special assessments to redo siding and roofing. The siding company stated that they will not warrantee the siding if we don’t replace windows and doors. The windows and doors are limited common area. In addition, they have a lifetime warranty from…
Condo Board Denies Balcony Windows for All but Themselves
M.G. from Miami, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, 95% of our condo units have had balconies enclosed. Most of us purchased these this way. I purchased mine over 20 years ago. No problems until the new board and property manager took over. We have been denied the right to install impact Windows on the enclosure?…