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Inspect damaged materials for mold and mildew. Mold can start to grow in the right conditions in as little as 24 hours. For long-term issues, like mold caused by attic condensation, the mold may have ...

Q: If a condo apartment in a multi-floor condominium has its ceiling damaged from a leak in the unit on top of it, who is responsible for repairing the ceiling damage? — Dick A: The law holds people ...

Q: My condominium association has repeatedly repaired our roof. It has also paid for repainting parts of the ceiling in my unit on multiple occasions. I live on the top floor of a five-story building.

Q: If a condo apartment in a multi-floor condominium has its ceiling damaged from a leak in the unit on top of it, who is responsible for repairing the ceiling damage? — Dick A: The law holds people ...