Sprinkler repairs that were supposed to be done

[krazy kris]

We closed on our house on 12/12/12 and they were supposed to fix the sprinkler leak (not just a sprinkler head) all they did was turn off the main to the sprinkler system. It was dry when I checked it before closing and I turned on the main for just a couple minutes to check it all out. Today was the first time I've jacked with it to set it up and now I figure out its not fixed. It is a relatively slow leak it fills up a 1'x6" box in about 30 minutes. My question is do I have any leverage to have them come out and fix what they were supposed to (I have the document showing that it was one of the stipulations for the sale) or has to much time passed?

[mstng86]

Don't think there is anything you can do. I believe you sign a document accepting the house as is.

[krazy kris]

Don't think there is anything you can do. I believe you sign a document accepting the house as is.

It came up during the inspection and both parties signed an amendment that stated it will be fixed.

[Lone Sailor]

If it wasn't done before closing then it's now your problem. That's why you're suppose to be thorough when inspecting these things, its for your own good.

[krazy kris]

If it wasn't done before closing then it's now your problem. That's why you're suppose to be thorough when inspecting these things, its for your own good.

This is what I figured. And they had me over a barrel. Jacking with these clowns for over three months after having it under contract. Finally my lease was up where I was at and it was close or lose all the money I had invested in it.

[blownaltered]

Nothing you can do after closing.

[BradM]

So it's above the ground? Is it pvc?

[krazy kris]

So it's above the ground? Is it pvc?

It's about a foot under the ground and it's not copper and it's not PVC

[lincolnboy]

that why home warrenty is offered.

[krazy kris]

that why home warrenty is offered.

I wonder if that would fall under the builder warranty house was built in 2006 and a builder warranty is I think 10 years. I have a separate warranty but I think it just applies to the house itself and appliances.

[Lone Sailor]

that why home warrenty is offered.

Lol. No.

[Lone Sailor]

It's about a foot under the ground and it's not copper and it's not PVC

It is probably polyethylene tubing.

[RuStYpNuS]

Your home warranty requires you provide access to the problem. You would have to dig up the leak or pay the plumber to. Might as well fix it your self and chock it up as one of those things.

[Broncojohnny]

Long story but raise hell, you have more leverage than you think, especially if the repairs were required by the lender. I'd go fucking nuts.

[Vertnut]

Long story but raise hell, you have more leverage than you think, especially if the repairs were required by the lender. I'd go fucking nuts.

This is what I would do. Raise hell with the realtors...both of them.