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Building Inspector's Liability

We bought a house from a for-sale-by-owner that closed in August, 2003. We had a building inspection and received a report that said the roof was good for another 8-12 years. The roof began leaking bad, damaging the walls and paint, with the first rains after we moved in. The two roofers we've had out to look at it both said we need a new roof. What recourse do we have and what liability does the building inspector have? If he had said you need a new roof, we would have offered less money for the house.


Asked on 11/11/03, 4:57 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jahnis Abelite ABELITE LAW OFFICES, P.S.

Re: Building Inspector's Liability

First, read your agreement with the inspector. It may require you to notify him so that he has the first opportunity to cure his defective performance. You will have to make a good faith effeort to resolve the problem with the inspector first before you go on to seeking legal recourse. Do not have th eroof fixed, other than for emergency repairs, until the inspector takes care of the problem or refuses to. See a lawyer right away.

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Answered on 11/12/03, 11:37 am


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