Living in a condo unit is not the same as living in a traditional detached-home property. When you live in a condo, you share the ownership of the building’s amenities with other tenants. Questions can arise from this kind of setup, particularly when it comes to the roofing system.
When something goes wrong, is the roof over your head covered? Local roof contractor Fields Roof Service, Inc. sheds light on this important concern.
Depends on Condo Association Rules
The short answer to the question: “it depends.” To begin with, the responsibility for roof repairs may fall on different parties, which means your dues may or may not cover your roof problems. One way to find out for sure is to review the rules governing the condominium association.
Also known as CC&Rs, the covenants, conditions, and restrictions contain the specific responsibilities of both the association and the individual owner when it comes to property maintenance and repairs. Occupants of high-rise condos living under one single-roof structure don’t bear as much roof-related responsibility as those who live in detached-condos.
Association Paying for Roof Maintenance
Budgeting for the cost of roof maintenance—including a roof replacement in the future—is done in advance if the association is responsible for it. This budget usually determines the fees you pay as a condo unit owner. Associations tend to have reserves to cover unforeseen problems like a roof leak or any other emergency repair. When funds fall short, they may vote to increase monthly dues.
At Fields Roof Service, Inc., we make sure the roofs of commercial properties are in their best possible shape. With a few preventive repairs, we can stop minor problems from becoming much larger issues that may decrease the roof’s life span. We offer a variety of roof maintenance packages that ensure regular inspection and repair of the entire roofing system.
We are the local roofer you can trust for your emergency and routine maintenance needs. Call (253) 200-5981 or fill out our contact form to request a free quote.
