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My Legal Dilemma?
My wife and I bought a house 2 years ago, this month. It sits in a subdivision, beside a water tank, on top of a hill. When we moved in we didnt think that it would be a problem, but we have no water pressure. When we asked why, we found out that the tank operates on gravity. When we asked at closing, the seller told us that there is nothing wrong with he house. He lied to us. Because there is no pressure here, the pump that boosts pressure into the house burns up frequently. We cant afford to buy a pump. They cost 600 each, and were on a tight budget. The seller knew that the pump didn't work when we closed, and didn't tell us. The folks at the water dept. have told us that they tried to tell the builders not to build so close to the tank in the first place. As we approach the 2 yr. anniversary were wondering if we should try to persue damages against the seller? Any good legal advise would be appreciated.
2 Answers
- sloopyLv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
In some states. sellers have to fill out a Disclosure Report for the buyer to see, read and acknowledge receipt of. It's mandatory.
If he didn't do this, then you can pursue the selling agent and the seller.
Inquire with them and then seek advice from an attorney if not resolved.
Check with your local Association of REALTORS for infoi, also.
- LandlordLv 71 decade ago
You can't get anything from the seller at this point.
But, you can add a whole house pump, it keeps the pressure up all of the time. I have property at the top of a hill and use this in addition to the regular pump, it works great.
If your pump is "burning" up you are not buying a strong enough pump to meet your families needs. The previous owner may not have had a problem, but if you run multiple faucets at once you will have problems if the pump is not powerful enough.
The pump you have now should have a warranty, you may be able to get it replaced without paying the full amount.
