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Will an upstairs leaking tub damage the interior walls and ceiling below?
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∙ 16y ago
Yes, most definitely!
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Is the landlord responsible for leaks in the roof that are now coming through the bedroom ceiling?
Absolutely not ......IMHO if you are renting, & it is not specified in your lease or rental agreement, YES the landlord is responsible for the repairs, even the interiors. if the outside leak did not happen, the interior damage would of not happened.
Will battery acid leaking under battery damage other car parts?
Yes, battery acid is very corrosive and will damage any metal parts.
Leaking lysosomes have been implicated in the cause of arthritis a disease affecting the joints of the body. Spculate on the way in which a leaking lysosome might be the cause of arthritis.?
Leaking lysosomes (actually, leaking phagosomes, but they can be considered as one for now) release hydrolytic enzymes into the cell; these enzymes are capable of digesting a variety of cellular substances. The unintentional digestion causes cell damage, leading to inflammation etc. This is only a hypothesis, and has yet to be proven conclusively.
Is my landlord responsible for damaged to my personal property if the damage was caused by an overflowing toilet in the apartment above?
well of course, remember that your rent covers everything from your ceiling to the walls of your area. any damage or event that did not start inside your property and caused damage is not your fault. the landlord and the tenant above should make an agreement on how they will fix the damage and pay for the cost.
Is paint primer waterproof for windowsills?
Primers are not waterproof. If you have a windowsill area that is leaking, you'll have to determine the path the water is coming from, repair the damage that is causing the leak then prime and paint.
Will roof and ceiling damage be covered if almost 2 days of rain the roof started leaking and caused a hole in the ceiling?
The roof likely wont be covered for 'leaking' unless there is 'covered' damage to it (such as wind damage). The interior damage may or may not be covered depending on your specific policy. See Section I- Perils Insured Against, Coverage A (building) and Coverage B (other structures) in your policy. //
If your roof is leaking from the rain at the ceiling where wood stoves are would this be a valid insurance claim?
Roof leaks due to maintenance problems such as aging or deterioration of the roof would not be covered as far as repairing or replacing the roof is concerned. The resulting interior water damage if discovered and reported timely to the insurance company may be covered (some exclude the interior damage as well). //
Does a slow drain in bathtub have anything to do with overflow to cause ceiling damage?
NO -- you will have to open up wall behind tub to see where it is leaking from.
Will homowners insurance cover interior water damage if the leaking roof is not covered because it was not caused by weather damage?
It may, call your claims department or your agent. If the damage was a result of the owner's neglect of regular maintenance, but ask your agent anyway.
You are in a flat UK and the bathroom ceiling is leaking through 2 screws holding your blind up you have spoken to your neighbor who advised that they have no leak is there another reason for this?
If the blind is on a window then the leak could be coming from the window sill upstairs. Pipes also are run through the walls and your neighbor may not be aware of any leak. Contact your property landlord before more extensive damage is done.
Can renters insurance protect you if you have a leaking ceiling and it caves in?
Yes, your renters policy will pay for your damages, depending on the actual cause of the damage. If it was a leak that occurred over time and finally the ceiling fell in due to the water building up on the damaged sheetrock, then the landlord would be responsible for the damage due to a lack of maintenance. If a tree fell on the home during a storm and poked a hole in it causing the damage then his policy would cover it.
How do you repair structural damage that's causing a ceiling to buckle?
Nobody can give a good answer to this question if they can't see the ceiling and the damage
What is ceiling broom?
A ceiling broom is used to wipe dust and cobwebs off a ceiling. It is made of very soft material to avoid damage to ceiling.
Popcorn Ceiling Repair?
It is not uncommon to find popcorn ceilings in newly designed and in manufactured homes. Popcorn ceilings are a specific type of textured ceiling that offers both ceiling beauty and contrast to interior home designs. Roof leaks or accidents can generate the need for homeowners to repair popcorn ceilings. There are several considerations to keep in mind when making this type of home repair.Assess the Amount of Ceiling DamageThe first step to popcorn ceiling repair is to assess the amount of damage done. For small sections, it is possible for home owners to make the repairs themselves without hiring an outside contractor. Large sections of damage or extensive damage may require using a contractor to make the repairs.Spraying the Ceiling AreaStaining is often a problem with popcorn ceilings. Household dust may collect in the texture. Sweeping the ceiling to rid it of dust can cause the ceiling to stain. Actual pieces of the texture may brush off of the ceiling to leave unsightly sections. Spraying the sections with additional popcorn ceiling compounds will often correct the damage and alleviate the problem. Most large hardware stores and paint stores stock the popcorn ceiling compound in spray cans.Cutting and Replacing the Ceiling AreaIt might be necessary to cut out sections of the popcorn ceiling that have extensive damage. This type of ceiling repair is usually done best by an outside contractor. Home owner's insurance may cover part or all of the cost of the repair, depending on the cause of the damage. Make certain to ask the contractor if the work is guaranteed. Get the project cost estimate and guarantee in writing before the repair project begins.Underlying Cause of DamageDetermine the underlying cause of damage to the ceiling. It is important for the home owner to address and fix whatever caused the initial damage. Repeated or continued damage can occur if the initial cause of damage is not ascertained and corrected. Home owners will find themselves with continued or repeated damage and repair bills. For example, if the roof leaks and causes ceiling damage the leak needs to be repaired. Otherwise, the next rainfall will create new damage to the repaired ceiling.
Is the landlord liable if your ceiling falls off?
It depends on why it fell off.If it was due to old age, a leaking roof or faulty workmanship, the landlord fixes it.If it fell down because of something that you, your family or your guests did, the landlord still fixes it, but you pay for it. The common reasons aredeliberate damage (aka vandalism).fixing something heavy to the ceiling, which pulls it down.allowing water to leak onto a floor upstairs. This could be leaving the bath running. It could also be getting a blocked toilet, then repeatedly flushing it, rather than plunging it until the blockage clears.
Are there advantages to using drop ceiling tiles?
I need to replace my ceiling because of water damage. Is there an advantage to using drop ceiling tiles?
What can be the cause for your downstairs neighbor's bathroom ceiling leak and could it be your fault from your tub but there is no actual leak in your apartment anywhere and it's an old building?
For the ceiling to be damaged there is a leak! As to who's fault it is that is the question. It is determined by who is responsible in your apartment for the upkeep of what is leaking. Some of the causes could be a leaking tile wall or tub surround, water leaking where the valve or spout protrudes through the wall, a drain leaking, the shower valve or piping leaking, water spilling over the edge of the tub on the floor or even a roof or window leaking. I would recommend hiring a plumber to investigate and repair any leak that is occurring as most of the time it would be your responsibility for repair. A leak is not going to get any better on its own and water damage costs can be significant.
