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Started by HoneySuckle, September 24, 2013, 02:02:33 PM

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HoneySuckle

Thanks.  I'm betting this woman never had her unit serviced since she bought the condo.  She's adamant that if her insurance says it's not covered (continuous leak), then she's not at fault.  Amazing how these people think.

And yes, the bloody neighbor hasn't done a thing about the tree.  It keeps tilting toward the house every year...sigh.

I'm concerned about this young man because he in school part-time, working (no where as good a job as she has), and cannot afford to pay for something that wasn't his fault.

Go ahead and send me PMs on lawyers on the board or lawyers you have used/know personally. The witch has got to be made to pay.
 

guido911

Someone get Hoss a pacifier.

Red Arrow

Quote from: HoneySuckle on September 24, 2013, 02:02:33 PM
Some facts.  In mid July, the owner downstairs was changing his a/c filter for the first time (new owner),

This question has nothing to do with getting the problem fixed but I am curious.  Did this person not have the place inspected before buying it?
 

heironymouspasparagus

Quote from: HoneySuckle on September 25, 2013, 10:53:36 PM
Thanks.  I'm betting this woman never had her unit serviced since she bought the condo.  She's adamant that if her insurance says it's not covered (continuous leak), then she's not at fault.  Amazing how these people think.


Do I understand this right - she is stupid enough to think that if preventive maintenance isn't covered by insurance, then it doesn't need to be done?
"So he brandished a gun, never shot anyone or anything right?"  --TeeDub, 17 Feb 2018.

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Red Arrow

Quote from: swake on September 27, 2013, 12:15:14 PM
No way I'm clicking that link at work.

IT looking over your shoulder too?
 

Hoss

Quote from: swake on September 27, 2013, 12:15:14 PM
No way I'm clicking that link at work.

It's just Guid's standard 3 second Beavis & Butthead laugh.

swake

Quote from: Hoss on September 27, 2013, 12:57:41 PM
It's just Guid's standard 3 second Beavis & Butthead laugh.

well that's lame

HoneySuckle

Quote from: Red Arrow on September 26, 2013, 07:39:51 AM
This question has nothing to do with getting the problem fixed but I am curious.  Did this person not have the place inspected before buying it?

There wasn't a problem with leaking in December ;)

Happened in early July when the AC was running constantly.
 

heironymouspasparagus

Quote from: HoneySuckle on October 21, 2013, 04:16:02 PM
There wasn't a problem with leaking in December ;)

Happened in early July when the AC was running constantly.


That's when all the moisture on the evaporator coils condenses and runs off to somewhere that it is supposed to drain.  That drain is either plugged or the connection 'broken' open and not allowing drainage.
"So he brandished a gun, never shot anyone or anything right?"  --TeeDub, 17 Feb 2018.

I don't share my thoughts because I think it will change the minds of people who think differently.  I share my thoughts to show the people who already think like me that they are not alone.

HoneySuckle

Quote from: heironymouspasparagus on October 21, 2013, 08:58:49 PM

That's when all the moisture on the evaporator coils condenses and runs off to somewhere that it is supposed to drain.  That drain is either plugged or the connection 'broken' open and not allowing drainage.


Which means that the owner was not having the unit maintained?  Or would a company have seen this before? 

 

heironymouspasparagus

Quote from: HoneySuckle on October 28, 2013, 06:06:09 PM
Which means that the owner was not having the unit maintained?  Or would a company have seen this before?  



Possibly.  Probably.  "Things" can plug the drain pipe that comes out of the evaporator drain pan and make it overflow, spreading water in sometimes very surprising places/directions.  These things can include dust/dirt/mold that form on the coils and is dislodged, or can form in the drain pan and pipe causing a backup.  A good annual service should take care of that kind of stuff, plus much more.  All the A/C guys advertise a yearly service and many people think it's just a gimmick, but if done correctly, it can make a BIG difference in operation costs and comfort in the space.

My neighbor moved in and about 2 years later, came over saying the A/C wasn't cooling and did I know anything about it?  I said no, of course - never let anyone know anything I can do....  But suspected the condensor, 'cause it had slowly stopped working.  Went to look at it and there was a 'mat' about 2" thick formed over the coils.  I peeled it off like a carpet, told her to wash the coil...showed her how to do that...and amazingly, things started working again.  

Maintenance is mandatory on this stuff.  Many people only get 10 years or so out of their A/C stuff.  Mine is at 38 and while it has a tiny leak, it still works well, but I will probably replace it this winter.  Sooo wanted to get an even 40 out of it!!


"So he brandished a gun, never shot anyone or anything right?"  --TeeDub, 17 Feb 2018.

I don't share my thoughts because I think it will change the minds of people who think differently.  I share my thoughts to show the people who already think like me that they are not alone.

HoneySuckle

I finally got actual photos of the damage to the area housing the A/C unit.  The owner upstairs has ignored the letter documenting what has happened since the discovery, and basically she seems to think she's not responsible.  There seems to be some fishy business going on with her insurance adjuster.  Everytime the young man in question contacts her, she leaves a note saying that he needs to contact her insurance adjuster, but he was told twice that the claim was CLOSED.  Me thinks she's using him as a sort of bouncer, and that he's a friend of the family's.  I don't understand some people.  I wonder how the hell she sleeps at night. 

Damage to wall and carpeting in bedroom:



Noted moisture damage:



Inside "storage area"":



















This should give a better idea than my description.  The young man believes that the owner and the condo manager both know that he's learning disabled, and they're all giving him the run around.  Surely there is something that can be done?  He looks like an average person, but when he speaks, you can pick up that he has difficulty expressing himself, so people tend to dismiss him or push him around.  Where the hell is KARMA when we need her????
 

Red Arrow

Quote from: HoneySuckle on November 07, 2013, 09:10:28 PM
I finally got actual photos of the damage to the area housing the A/C unit.  The owner upstairs has ignored the letter documenting what has happened since the discovery, and basically she seems to think she's not responsible.  There seems to be some fishy business going on with her insurance adjuster.  Everytime the young man in question contacts her, she leaves a note saying that he needs to contact her insurance adjuster, but he was told twice that the claim was CLOSED.  Me thinks she's using him as a sort of bouncer, and that he's a friend of the family's.  I don't understand some people.  I wonder how the hell she sleeps at night. 

And NONE of this damage was visible to a professional inspector before the condo transferred title?
 

heironymouspasparagus

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The people upstairs have shown they won't do what they should.  Will have to go to court.  Unless he can turn it over to his insurance company and then get them to go after the upstairs insurance company to subrogate (sp??  usage??) the claim.  His pays to fix it, then goes after the other person's insurance to get the money back.  

Since it is water related, his might (probably will) try to claim flood, so he may just be out of luck.

The dark stains are some serious mold starting up there.  If it were mine, I would at least get a plastic spray bottle with 1 cup of clorox per gallon and spray it on the stains to try to keep the mold under some control... at least keep it from spreading or getting worse at that spot....  Spray all the dark stains on the sheet rock, and all that exposed wood - studs and plywood, everything.  It will dry quickly and won't do any more damage than the water that has already been there.







"So he brandished a gun, never shot anyone or anything right?"  --TeeDub, 17 Feb 2018.

I don't share my thoughts because I think it will change the minds of people who think differently.  I share my thoughts to show the people who already think like me that they are not alone.