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Article: Bathtub overflows after inspector's visit
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- December 1, 2006
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Q. A year ago, we liked a for-sale-by-owner home and wanted to
make an offer. My husband and the home inspector met the owner at
his property. The inspector went upstairs, ran the bathtub water,
forgot about it for 45 minutes, and returned to see a very big mess.
Damage was controlled but cleanup costs were $2,000.
The owner is now suing us for the damage costs. He is taking us
to small claims court. I realize this is more of a legal question,
but are we in any way liable? The inspector has denied any
responsibility, which is ridiculous. We are not clear whether the
owner has taken the inspector to court or if he is suing us both at
the same time. Both owner and inspector will not discuss ...