2006-09-24 11:25:20 · 15 answers · asked by Tom S 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes you are. That's what homeowners insurance is for though.
2006-09-24 11:26:41 · answer #1 · answered by One Race The Human Race 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Condo laws differ between states so depends on your jurisdiction
Also, Condo laws may have a clause about such a situation and in that case, that law would binding.
Lastly, the heater may be defective in which the company that installed the it could be liable.
If you can't be compensated by your condo, you may be able to sue the heater company.
Obviously this is just a few tips and you should always consult a professional
2006-09-24 18:31:53 · answer #2 · answered by sarcasticsoul 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OOOh yes. Especially if in some part of your purchase agreement, memos, notes, etc., someone told you that you had to have the water heater replaced every 5 years, or so...
Hopefully, you had homeowners insurance, because these guys have a high, high deductible. But for under $200/yr in most cases, that insurance is well worth it
2006-09-24 18:41:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Your have a legal obligation to not cause damage to another condo. Although you may feel that you could not have known or prevented this type of damage, principles of property and tort law uniformly hold adjoining landowners or condo owners liable when they cause damage to another's land or unit.
2006-09-24 18:55:05 · answer #4 · answered by locosurfer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to go by whatever the rules of the condo say. read them. probably you are.
you will understand this better when the unit above you leaks water on your computer
2006-09-24 20:00:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you pay a home owners association fee you should contact them and find out who is responsible. Home owners association fees are usually used for painting the outside of the building and replacing things concerning the outside. If it's not covered than your home owners insurance should pay for it.
2006-09-24 18:40:46 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you will be held responsible ( normally) you need to read your condo agreement on commom areas and see what the exact rules of the condo are.
But of course your insurance on your property under the liability coverage should pay for it.
2006-09-24 18:27:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
only if your condo is not in a housimg track and your not a part of the home owners asociation
2006-09-24 18:28:39 · answer #8 · answered by kim n 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Morally and legally. I hope you have home owner's or renter's insurance. It should be covered.
2006-09-24 18:28:11 · answer #9 · answered by Yinzer from Sixburgh 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, your the owner. its your responsiblity to keep up all maintance of your unit
2006-09-24 18:26:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋