What can be done if an apartment complex fails to repair broken or improperly working things in my apartment?
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What can be done if an apartment complex fails to repair broken or improperly working things in my apartment?
I have repeatedly asked the complex to fix problems in our apartment and my requests are ignored. Our fan is very loose and can fall on us. Our windows are made of cheap plastic that sways in and out when the wind blows and I am afraid if one of my 1 or 2 year old accidentally falls against one it will not withstand their weight. We live on the second floor. Can something be done?
Asked on November 11, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If the apartment manager is not responsive to your requests for repairs, then perhaps you might write the landlord about the situation to see what can be done? Or, you may have a repair person come by and give an estimate for the repairs and then give the estimate to the apartment manager for review.
If the problems that you write about are so severe, then perhaps have the local building and permit come by for an inspection and possible code violation write up. Good luck.
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