Situations in life happen different, including emergency ones. Meanwhile, many are simply lost when something out of the ordinary happens. We panic and do not immediately understand what to do. If neighbors flood, who should I contact first? How to solve the problem: peacefully or in court? We will tell you everything in order.
So what to do if the neighbors flood, and you are at home at the same time? First of all, unplug all electrical appliances from outlets, it is better to completely turn off the electricity. Then urgently go up to the floor above and knock on the door. Just not with swearing and obscene expressions! First, it’s worth knowing what’s the matter. Suddenly the neighbor became ill or was not at home at all. By the way, on the way to the upper floor, you can dial the emergency dispatch service number and call an employee. He will record the fact of flooding, describe all the damage and take the necessary measures so that the water stops pouring. If there are no neighbors, then the emergency worker will simply block the riser. Further, it is possible to call the precinct, opening the apartment, but this is not your concern.
If you are flooded with neighbors from above, carefully consider the drafting of the relevant act. More precisely, it will be an
emergency worker, but you must ensure that each damage is indicated in it. This includes damage to furniture, decoration, as well as household appliances and other valuables. Do not forget that one copy of this document should remain with you; the emergency service needs another.
Five days later, it is necessary to once again assess the damage caused. It is at this point that he will be best seen. You can call a home repair team if you plan to use their services. They quite often have to see how some neighbors flooded the apartment. What to do with damaged coatings, they know very well. When the repairmen arrive, invite your neighbors to your place. You can try to agree on the spot, so to speak, amicably. A team of workers will be able to indicate the approximate cost of finishing work, you will “estimate” material damage due to damage to the furniture, and the neighbors will make their choice whether to agree to a peace treaty or not. If you come to a compromise, fix everything on paper. It would be nice to assure her also at the notary public.
What to do if the neighbors flood, and it’s impossible to come to an agreement peacefully? Will have to go to court. Just before that, some documents will need to be prepared. First, you need an appraiser. He will be able to provide you with paper, which will indicate the cost of upcoming work. Do not forget to collect the checks, receipts remaining from the purchase of damaged furniture and appliances, and show them to an expert.
The report, which will be prepared by the appraiser, is the basis for demanding compensation from the neighbors for material damage. Try to apply to the court as soon as possible, this is also very important. Determining the amount of damage after, say, six months after the “accident” will be much more difficult. To avoid evading a neighbor from paying the cost of repairs, ask the court to indicate the specific amount that the defendant will have to give you every month.
Now you know what to do if the neighbors flood. But most importantly, remember: in no case do not swear with your neighbors! Avoid expressing threats against them and even more so extorting money! Otherwise, you yourself can become a defendant in court.