D.M. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Thank you for your article. I have a townhome that was built substandard, now have both foundation and structural damages. Old HOA Board was kicked out by new Board. Old HOA had committed fraud and embezzlement. New HOA has moved on. They hired an engineer but…
Tag: Construction Defect
Static Noise in Condo Caused by Unknown Source
T.L. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have a static noise coming from one interior wall in my condo living room. When I apply pressure to the wall the noise stops. It is only happening on the last 4 weekends. Any ideas what it could be or how I can get it…
Condo Board Decides to Replace Decks That May Not Need Replacing!
S.D. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The board wants to replace porches that were built 11 years ago according to City Code. I hired an architect and discussed this with the city and they agree that they are not dangerous. Yes, codes have changed but this would be grandfathered in. I keep…
Condo Chimney Liner Improperly Installed; Who Pays for Repair?
C.G. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We had our chimney cleaned recently and the company that did it found that the prefab liner is constructed of an insulated metal chimney pipe, the metal chimney pipe was improperly connected to the fireplace unit and the HOA says is our responsibility to fix it….