Check out our Renter's Guide to Mold Problems
A practical guide for Georgia tenants who find mold in their homes. Topics
include:
* The landlord's responsibilities and the tenant's responsibilities under
Georgia law;
* Things you can do to protect yourself and your family;
* How to properly document the damage;
* How to put your landlord on notice of a mold problem;
* What happens if the landlord refuses to help;
* How renters insurance applies; and
* How to know when you should contact a lawyer.
* Plus, sample letters and forms for your use.
ok so im having a lot of issues with my apartment. is there a Minnesota tenant law stating landlords must replace drafty windows?
My landlord is extreemly lazy and cheap. when I call with problems she either puts it off or suggests moving to a more expensive unit in an attempt to make more money.
Before I call her i need to know if it is within my legal rights to ask her to replace the old single pane windows or if i would have to pay to put plastic over them. they are extreemly drafty! i can literally feel the cold air pour in when i hold my hand next to them!
Also is there a law that they must shampoo the carpet every 2 years? 3 years?
And what about the compressed fiber boards that floor the bottom of the sinks? do they have to replace them if they are scummy, stinky and worn out?
and my last question is, when i did the check off list when i first moved in i wrote down there there was water damage done in one of the bathrooms. the first damage is a huge yellow spot on the ceiling from the shower head being turned upwards. it is a complete eye soar. The second thing is, the wall paper is starting to look soggy and puffy from the steam in the shower, do they have to fix these things?
Any help is greatly appritiated! Im tired of my landlord trying to pocket as much money as she can, please guys, give me any advice you can!! thank you!
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My mother-in-law gave us a bedroom set from the 80's to use in our spare bedroom. I want to try and paint the set and get new hardware for it. I was wondering what type of paint to use. I think there is a wood veneer over the top. There are also what look like water spots and damage on the surfaces of the pieces. This will be my first attempt at something like this, so any advice will be appreciated. Thanks!
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Hi,
I bought a Condo in a very nice development in 2008. I am 1 month away from my one year warranty to be up. The major problems that I have been having with my unit is water damage. The porches built over my unit and over my porch do not drain water well. I learned this after a month of being in my home when we had a good rain and water was pouring through our light fixtures and down the outside wall. The builders came and ripped out some of the area that they thought was wet. I noticed that the 2×4's were a dark color and it looked like mold. I told them that this was a huge problem for me and I just wanted out. They said that the best they could do is just fix the problem. They sprayed bleach in the walls and ceiling and ran a dehumidifer for about 4 days. Then they patched it back up.
Recently, I noticed my house smelling mildewy. Brand new construction….very sad. I took a better look at the ceiling that is close to the outside wall and it had a light water mark. I went in the unit above me and there is water marks running all the way down the wall leading down towards what would be the cieling of my outer wall. I have taken pictures. I know that they will fix this…but it seems like their fix is a quick patch to clean it and cover it. Should I worry about mold now or in the future? Should I hire a mold specialist? Please share your thoughts. I think I am getting a lawyer. I might also go to a local news channel that rips people like this apart. I don't want this to happen to anyone else. Oh, also….huge mouse problem as well.
Is there a lemon law or any law that protects buyrs in North Carolina? My realitor is a worthless human being. I think she was working with the development to make all the deals go through. No help from her. Should have hired my dog…she would have done better! Any info will help!
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The whole story….Desperate to move, Signed a landlord / tenant very loose agreement on Wednesday 2pm, gave the guy 6 month rent in bank check marked for 6 months rent, my name, the adress etc. went to look at it wed. eve and found mold / evidence of water damage and many other conditions. I have MG and an allergy to mold already sick for two years because of a place I lived in for 13 and won a law suit over it… tell the guy can't live here, he was only willing to put up new sheetrock and that does not get rid of mold, I can't risk getting sick…We agree I'm not the tenant for him -he asks for the keys I give him them, now he wants to keep one months rent!!!
I HAVE TO MOVE and he has the money I need to do it!!!
He says he had another renter….
Trying to find every angle -then someone told me there is an amount of time allowed to rescind every contract.
Did he rescinded the contract by not having the apartment in habitable condition?
Any ideas????
I am in NY. and yes I am sure its mold -water damage evident and black evident, lived with it before, got very sick, know it well. The apartment had many conditions that make it unhabitable by real property law 235 standards. Point is he said he does not want me to rent the apartment either, we agreed to null the agreement and HE told local community board that he will not rent to me – yet he cashed bank check marked, for 6 months rent for MAP, …bronx NY….
the agreement I signed on the 15th says rent is due on the first. I have no money and no keys at this point….
He told the community board he is entitled to one months rent ($1250)for the less than 24 hours I had the keys to an inhabitable apartment. HELP
I had an attorney call and a community board leader call to say I would take the apartment – nothing about subleasing in contract and if I have possession I have recourse to make him fix it (HPD) he refused to rent me the apartment now. He has violated both Real Property law 228 re:possession and 235 : warrant of habitability. The contract states rent is due on the 1st, he still hasn't rented it – how is he entitled to one months rent? Plus, this was all done within less than 24 hours, isn't there a law which allows time to rescind a contract?
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My smoke detector was damaged when the neighbors upstairs flooded their apartment. It was a little over two weeks before anyone came to inspect the smoke detector which was not working. When they finally did fix it. They didn't bother to attach it back to the ceiling. So at this point it is hanging from the wires. Also, does anyone know if there is a city inspector or some such person who can inspect the apartment for mold due to the water damage in the walls and carpet?
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Sorry, already asked this questions, but I got more info. Wouldn't the law of constructive eviction apply?
My landlord is being negligent about repairs in our apartment and now our entire apartment smells like mold because of water damage they are not properly taking care of. We have decided to move because of the conditions we are living in. Do we still have to give a formal notice although they are in breach of contract not providing a habitable living environment?
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My baby is 1 year and a half. She is now on cow's milk (whole fat) I always give her bottle with cow's milk without add any water but my mother in law said it's very dangerous, it can cause of damage baby's stomach and I have to add 2 part of water in 3 part of cow's milk!!! BUT in my opinion I dont think i should do it because my baby will get less than goodness of milk! Anyone know about this, please answer my question!
Thank you for all answer
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whereas: Recently, E. coli was found in fresh bagged spinachthat has left at least 175 people ill in 25 states and one woman dead in Wisconsin, and
Whereas: Ecoli can cause the potentially fatal hemolytic uremic syndrome, which produces toxins in the body that can enter the blood stream and travel to various organs, causing irreparable damage and death, and
Whereas: Officials are attributing the outbreak to contaminated water, and
Whereas: California official say that ecoli recently discovered in us produce bags of spinach is found in many waterways,
Be it resolved: that the united states should improve production standards by mandating more stngent standards for water sanitation/treatment.
I am on the speech and debate team…i need some strong views for con against this bill…i dont care if you are pro or con ijust need con views…
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We want to sale our trailer in a mobile home park where the water has tested high in uranium. Our property has lost value because of the situation and we are wondering what to do. It would seem unethical to not inform prospective buyers of the water issue, but are we required to do so, and can the landowner be held liable for damages?
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I have just finished replacing over 200 yards of soil neighbor removed with a bobcat. Are there any laws that will make him pay for damage?
zoning said it's civil.
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