pipe sags underneath my townhouse. results in horrible drainage. home ownders association refuses to pay because the problem starts underneath my unit. plumber quoted me 13k to repair it. Does anyone know of any other way to repair the problem, other than to digup the floor and re-route the pipe. Who would be responsable to pay for the work.
2007-01-27 01:37:32 · 5 answers · asked by haileyc30 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Since I obviously can't see the sagging pipes, it puts me at a disadvantage. But $13k is more than I pay for plumbing entire new homes, much less correcting some sagging pipes. Is it possible that the pipes could be lifted and braced as they are? It would seem to me that If the pipes have sagged that much, the pipes would have come loose and are non-functional. Check with the lawyer, get some additional plumbing quotes from reputable plumbing contractors (at least 2 more), and next time hire a home inspector before you make a home purchase. Their fee wouldn't seem too high now I'm sure.
2007-01-27 05:03:22 · answer #1 · answered by Turnhog 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OK... Pipe sags underneath a townhouse, typically the association is responsible for everything beyond the walls. Did you have a contract when you bought the townhouse that may specify your responsibility. My suggestion would be to take all your documentation to a lawyer specializing in housing. I think it would be worth the $200.00 or so a lawyer would charge to review and determine your liability. He also may be able to negotiate a settlement between you and the association ... perhaps a 50-50 deal. Again...see a lawyer .. 13K is a lot of money to be cavalier with.
2007-01-27 04:51:33 · answer #2 · answered by jmarvelous1943 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you renting? It's up to the Landlord if that's the case. he probably doesn't HAVE to fix it, unless it poses a 'public' health risk...i.e., are you constantly faced with back-ups of waste? (Crap?) If it just causes slow drainage, well, it's inconvenient, but probably not something the landlord would be forced to fix.
If it's a fairly new home, I think there's some kind of insurance for new homes in case anything goes wrong. Not sure where you are, of course...I only know this for sure in Canada.
If it's just a regular house, and you own it...it's up to you! Sucks, but that's just the way it is...LOL!!
You might want to ask a lawyer, they'll know for sure
2007-01-27 01:51:27 · answer #3 · answered by dazedandconfused 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cut openings in structures in preparation for pipes. Select all materials needed for installation, including type and size of pipe. Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment. Assemble and install valves and fittings. Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Install other plumbing equipment, such as sinks, tubs, toilets, water heaters, air conditioners, appliances, and trim. Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle . Observe pressure gauges to fix leaks.
2014-07-01 18:03:45 · answer #4 · answered by Samira 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yu will have to do the work that the plumer will do or pay the plumber todo it...you are responsable
2007-01-27 01:49:52 · answer #5 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋