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What is the average life of drywall behind tile in shower?
Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I
sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC |
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What is the average life of drywall behind tile in shower?
If it was not maintained by them, keeping the caulk good at the tub and
if cracks developed they did not maintain the life is short, so counter sue them for filing a frivilous lawsuit. Did you dislose nothing because there was nothing wrong to you, then dont worry. Go to your courthouse check records to see if they have done this before. It seems to be a common issue, but if their claim is without merit you may collect. |
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Did they replace it with the same tile and color, no, I bet they realy
wanted something different |
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On 27 Jun 2006 15:01:31 -0700, "Bob" wrote:
wrote: Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC Sounds like they wanted to replace the bathroom tile and are trying to get you to pay for it. Or they dont know how to use a shower ! I used to have a rental property and the plaster shower walls had lasted 50 years. These tenants destroyed the walls and rotted the floor in several months. Not only did I evict them, but they ended up paying for the damage. The walls are NOT to be flooded with the shower and the floor is NOT part of the shower. Some people are too stupid to understand that. Heck, my father used to make everyone that showered dry the walls with a towel afterwards. He never had wall problems. If the house walls were fine when you sold the place, and 2 years later they are complaining, I'd laugh in their face and tell them where to go.... |
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wrote: On 27 Jun 2006 15:01:31 -0700, "Bob" wrote: wrote: Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC Sounds like they wanted to replace the bathroom tile and are trying to get you to pay for it. Or they dont know how to use a shower ! I used to have a rental property and the plaster shower walls had lasted 50 years. These tenants destroyed the walls and rotted the floor in several months. Not only did I evict them, but they ended up paying for the damage. The walls are NOT to be flooded with the shower and the floor is NOT part of the shower. Some people are too stupid to understand that. Heck, my father used to make everyone that showered dry the walls with a towel afterwards. He never had wall problems. If the house walls were fine when you sold the place, and 2 years later they are complaining, I'd laugh in their face and tell them where to go.... That's what I did, now I'll have to do it small claims because I just got served. Hopefully the judge gets in their a** for filing such a pooh butt claim. GC |
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chuckster wrote: Relax and don't worry about it. Alot of things can happen in two years, they are just "waving their swords" and trolling for some money from a quick out of court settlement. They purchased a 20 y.o home WITHOUT a warranty, so they are out of luck. You can do extensive damage if the grout cracks and it is not repaired, causing water to seep behind the tile, and even if the grout was cracked before the closing, THEIR home inspector should have picked up on it, and had YOU repair the problem, prior to closing. These Turds are S.O.L !!! Tell them you know the Chuckster from N.J. and he said: Put all your energy and money into helping the poor and sick, instead of tying up the court system, because you are going to Fu@kin loose!! (of course ya gotta say this in a Jersey accent for it to be effective) HUGE TIP! Don't loose any sleep and don't give these Idiots one penny of your hard earned money, you did nothing wrong. Trolls are everywhere! wrote: wrote: On 27 Jun 2006 15:01:31 -0700, "Bob" wrote: wrote: Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC Sounds like they wanted to replace the bathroom tile and are trying to get you to pay for it. Or they dont know how to use a shower ! I used to have a rental property and the plaster shower walls had lasted 50 years. These tenants destroyed the walls and rotted the floor in several months. Not only did I evict them, but they ended up paying for the damage. The walls are NOT to be flooded with the shower and the floor is NOT part of the shower. Some people are too stupid to understand that. Heck, my father used to make everyone that showered dry the walls with a towel afterwards. He never had wall problems. If the house walls were fine when you sold the place, and 2 years later they are complaining, I'd laugh in their face and tell them where to go.... That's what I did, now I'll have to do it small claims because I just got served. Hopefully the judge gets in their a** for filing such a pooh butt claim. GC Thanks for the support chuckster!!! |
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The problem is you must prove your case, if you could get in there and
get photos you would learn alot, play their game, offer to settle to get an advance look at their evidence and the bath, then you will know how to plan your defence. |
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m Ransley wrote:
The problem is you must prove your case, if you could get in there and get photos you would learn alot, play their game, offer to settle to get an advance look at their evidence and the bath, then you will know how to plan your defence. No mention should be made of a settlement at any time, even if it's a ruse to get in the house. A judge hearing that may decide to play Solomon and split the difference - the OP may end up paying through the nose for that ruse. There really is no reason for the OP to take a look at the current situation. Even if it's a shambles that means nothing to him...unless he knew of the condition prior to the sale and didn't disclose it. It's up to the new owners to prove that he knew, or should have known. If the new owner has had a contractor look at the bathroom, and that contractor had done work repairing rot behind the tile for the OP, there's a problem. R |
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m Ransley wrote:
The problem is you must prove your case, if you could get in there and get photos you would learn alot, play their game, offer to settle to get an advance look at their evidence and the bath, then you will know how to plan your defence. Huh? There is something called "disclosure", in the US anyway. They _have_ to provide the opposing party copies of or access to their evidence. But if you are at the stage of examining evidence and preparing defenses, then you're really outside the realm of small claims court and you need a lawyer. -- --John to email, dial "usenet" and validate (was jclarke at eye bee em dot net) |
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wrote in message That's what I did, now I'll have to do it small claims because I just got served. Hopefully the judge gets in their a** for filing such a pooh butt claim. If you get a real judge, no problem. If you get some idiot that thinks all sellers are bad people and he want to make right for the world, who knows? My last house was 35 years old and no problems with the drywall. Nor did any other house on the street. IMO, they are out of luck. Please let us know how you make out. |
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On 27 Jun 2006 16:35:24 -0700, "
wrote: If the house walls were fine when you sold the place, and 2 years later they are complaining, I'd laugh in their face and tell them where to go.... That's what I did, now I'll have to do it small claims because I just got served. Hopefully the judge gets in their a** for filing such a pooh butt claim. GC Be on time in court. The plaintiff hopes you don't show up and wins by default. This is a Civil matter and the Judge will rule on the "preponderance of evidence". Which argument will tip the scale of justice; so to speak, in favor of one or the other (51% vs 49%). If you have counted all your "beans" and all is above board, as you say then the lady will have to "prove" you knew about this. You can already "prove" she accepted this home and it's condition. I cannot image her being able to prove you knew about this problem unless something is missing and you say it isn't. I would not contact this person for any reason or even speak in court until you stand before the Judge. I would also have in hand any documents related to any offers, counter-offers, etc. that took place during the buy / sell period. Have you spouse beside you, to speak if necessary..... tip the scale. Good luck. Oren |
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"Oren" wrote in message I would also have in hand any documents related to any offers, counter-offers, etc. that took place during the buy / sell period. Have you spouse beside you, to speak if necessary..... tip the scale. Good luck. Demeanor is very important. I go to court a few times a year for comp claims and such. Speak in a solid manner stating facts. Do not get emotional, get loud, use swear words, etc. That is for the other person to make a food of themselves. Have a list of solid facts to present your case. Date of sale, inspection notes, no problems in the past, no evidence the situation existed, probable it was caused by the new owner, can't disclose something that did not exist and you have no knowledge of. |
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wrote in message ups.com... Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC I am late on this thread but this line may help you when you go to court. The life of wallboard behind a properly maintained surface is 20 years plus and maybe longer. If not kept caulked and sealed it can rot out in a year to 18 months. This is 35 plus years of home ownership and 25 plus years of landlord experience speaking. You should only be held responsible for defects of which you had knowledge that you failed to disclose. Even if a problem existed and you had no knowledge of that problem you are not responsible for losses that occur two years after the sale. That is the law on the subject. Now it depends on what type of judge you get and which of you portrays the proper respect both to the judge and the other party. Calm, positive and softly but well spoken. Best wishes! Colbyt |
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Colbyt wrote: wrote in message The life of wallboard behind a properly maintained surface is 20 years plus and maybe longer. If not kept caulked and sealed it can rot out in a year to 18 months. This is 35 plus years of home ownership and 25 plus years of landlord experience speaking. Is that for standard wallboard or greenboard? Will greenboard stand up to grout leaks longer/better than standard wallboard or is it just for bathroom steam? Bob |
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They have to prove you knew of the problem and didnt disclose it!
Your in trouble if say you had a contractor repair to cover up the damage, or told a neighbor the shower was bad. just the fact its bad today doesnt matter, they must prove you knew and didnt tell...... |
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"Bob" wrote in message oups.com... Colbyt wrote: wrote in message The life of wallboard behind a properly maintained surface is 20 years plus and maybe longer. If not kept caulked and sealed it can rot out in a year to 18 months. This is 35 plus years of home ownership and 25 plus years of landlord experience speaking. Is that for standard wallboard or greenboard? Will greenboard stand up to grout leaks longer/better than standard wallboard or is it just for bathroom steam? Bob Properly maintained and sealed were the keywords. Greenboard is always better. Neither will last very long with leaky grout joints. You get either of them wet on a regular basis and they will crumble. Either can fail in less than 2 years with a lack of proper care. Behind the tile it never has a chance to dry with daily water added. Colbyt |
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wrote in message ups.com... Are there any tile and drywall people who can answer this question. I sold a 20+ year old home and now the Buyer is now trying to sue me. I never had a problem or noticed anything wrong when I sold it over 2 years ago. Thanks, GC If you haven't already, you should contact the attorney that handled the closing for you. He or she should be able to get you out of this situation and it may not be as expensive as you might perceive. |
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