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Leak help

Started by mdennes
over 15 years ago
Posts: 15
Member since: Mar 2007
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We rented a high end condo and moved in roughly 2 weeks ago. Prior to signing the lease, i alerted the broker to some plumbing issues (ie drippy faucets etc) that needed to be repaired. The broker assured me that everything was fixed. Since moving in I have had to replace a corroded pipe in one of the baths and now there appears to be a major leak that is causing the hall floor to buckle. Who is financially responsible for plumbing related issues such as these? Tenant or landlord. The owner lives overseas so I have had to arrange all the repairs myself.
Response by Truth
over 15 years ago
Posts: 5641
Member since: Dec 2009

Landlord, as in the person you pay rent to, is first-hand responsible.

Leaks through the ceiling/walls , caused by eroding pipes:

In most condos, the ceiling is a common element. The leak originating from the plumbing pipes, or a flood from above (it may be from a flooded terrace, which is a "limited common element" ; it's still not your responsibility) is the responsibility of the Condo to repair.

Contact the owner of your unit, by e-mail. Get everything in writing. They will have to deal with the managing agent and the condo board.

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