J.G. from Cobb County, Georgia writes: Dear Mister Condo, I had a water pipe leak a few weeks ago. I contacted HOA as I didn’t know where the leak was coming from. They called a plumber, who found the leak. Pipe that serviced my unit only. I get the repair is my responsibility. The pipe was about…
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Condo Cracked Wall Responsibility
M.E. from Washington, D.C. writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live on the top floor of a condo and my walls have cracks running from top to bottom. who is responsible for fixing and when do they need to be fixed? Mister Condo replies: M.E., I am sorry that you have cracks in your condo walls….
Condo Insurance Doesn’t Cover Neighbor’s Mold Remediation
H.H. from Cobb County, Georgia writes: Dear Mister Condo, My washing machine overflowed and caused water damage to both me and the downstairs neighbor. I have filed a liability claim to my own insurance and provided my neighbor the information 3 days later so she could have direct contact with the claim adjuster to figure…
Is a Firepit Owned by Condo Association a Problem Waiting to Happen?
B.P. from New York State writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is a firepit owned by Condo association a problem waiting to happen? Mister Condo replies: B.P., yes and no. Fire pits are one of those highly divisive issues in many condominium associations. On one hand, any amenity or feature that could potentially cause damage to an…