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Special Cases & Complaints
I Discovered a Leak a Week After Moving Into a New Rental Apartment — Who's Responsible?
Usually, if the leak results from the old condition of the network or a defect that existed before you took possession of the apartment, responsibility typically falls on the landlord per the lease terms. It's recommended to document the situation immediately (photograph the area and request a technical inspection as soon as possible) and notify the landlord in writing, because early documentation protects you in case you need to prove the problem existed before you moved in and wasn't caused by your use.