C.H. from Virginia writes: Dear Mister Condo, How do I write a letter to a Condominium owner telling them to make the repairs to their unit? The leak was repaired and now the unit needs repair. The owner is not doing repairs and according to statutes of their By Laws, the owner has to pay…
Tag: Damage
Plumbing Debris Damages Condo Faucets and Fixtures
M.F. from Chicago writes: Dear Mister Condo, A plumber from another unit closed the main pipe building water. When he reopened, all the debris came up to my unit and closed up the toilet tank, the bathtub faucet, and the kitchen faucet. The HOA called plumber and paid for everything but they don’t want to…
Broken Condo Elevator Creates Hardship
A.H. from New London County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a large 4-story condo (+ basement) with more than 70 units. The elevator has been out of service for almost 2 months, which is especially difficulty on the elderly and disabled population in the building. The property management group has been unresponsive with regards…
Condo Complex Defects are the Tip of the Iceberg
L.M. from New Haven county, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have lived in a complex for nearly 25 years and while it’s fine, a new board and management company took over. The owners are responsible for their own windows, storm door and garage doors. I have replaced mine but some of the condos have…