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I closed on my new home in Feb. 2005. I bought directly from the developer. I first noticed a leak in my roof in April of 2006. Since I am past my 1 year warranty is the developer free and clear from any liability? Is there any recourse I can take as far as monetary compensation for the rapair of the damage made to my less than two year-old home?
You should call in a roofing contractor to assess the amount of damage there is and if it indeed is the fault of the builder. Find out how much it would cost. Then ask the builder to repair it based on what that figure is.
You can take it to small claims court and a judge will decide whether you should be able to expect a better service from your less-than-two-year-old house.
I do wish you well.
Dick Dennis dixiedee13@aol.com
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Dick Dennis
Expertise
With more than 41 years as a real estate broker, I can solve most any problem presented. If I can`t, I do my research. Problems with mortgages, trust deeds, foreclosures, odd ways of conveying titles. Most any good Realtor can answer questions satisfactorily, but I answer questions that most cannot. Also, ask about my hard-copy newsletter, The Landed Gentry. It can also be sent to you via PDF.
Experience
Solving real estate problems for 37 years.
Organizations
National Association of Realtors
Publications
Publishes The Landed Gentry, guest writer in Who's Who in Creative Real Estate, First Tuesday, Financial Freedom and many newspapers
Education/Credentials
e-Pro Realtor, Certified Distressed Property Expert, Who's Who in Creative Real Estate
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