Neighbors Repair Liability Guide

Summary

If your house fire damages a neighbors property and their insurance covers repairs, your liability may be limited. The neighbor should address any contractor issues with their insurer. If no legal action is taken against you, monitor the situation. In Pennsylvania, the insurance company is responsible for repair quality. Consult a local attorney if legal action arises.

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My house fire damaged the left side of my neighbor's siding. His insurance company paid for the repairs, but my neighbor hired a substandard contractor who installed the wrong color siding, and did the job incorrectly. Can he hold me liable for this botched repair job?
Hi ****! Could you let me know which state you live in? This will help me provide more accurate information about your legal situation.
Pennsylvania
Hi ****! Generally, if your neighbor's insurance company has already paid for the repairs, your liability may be limited. However, if the repairs were done poorly, it is typically the responsibility of the neighbor to address the issue with the contractor or their insurance company.
Do you know if your neighbor has taken any legal action against you?
I don't know
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****, it seems like your liability may be limited since the insurance company already paid for the repairs. Your neighbor should address the issue with the contractor or their insurance company. If your neighbor hasn't taken any legal action against you yet, you might want to wait and see if they do. If they do take legal action, you may want to consult with a local attorney for specific guidance.
Would you like more information on how to handle such situations in Pennsylvania?
Yes please
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In Pennsylvania, here are some general guidelines on handling such situations:
- If your neighbor's insurance company paid for the repairs, they should be responsible for ensuring the quality of the work.
- Your neighbor should address the issue with the contractor or their insurance company directly.
- You may not be held liable for the contractor's substandard work.
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