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Being sued by buyer

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  • G_M
    G_M Posts: 51,977 Forumite
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    DRP wrote: »
    If you had it fixed and can prove it, then there isn't an issue (imo).

    I'd ignore it.
    And if you thought you'd had it fixed, but the fix did not work, or a 2nd fault about which you knew nothing arose, then there isn't an issue for you (imo).
  • Out,_Vile_Jelly
    Out,_Vile_Jelly Posts: 4,842 Forumite
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    Check you've got the paperwork for the fixing of the original problem, file this letter away with it in a safe place and then forget about it. They're hoping you panic and send a couple of hundred quid rather than bother with going to court.

    If you see damp, you identify the source and then rectify the problem. Then repair the damage. As a responsible home owner, this is what you did. Are you supposed to inform potential buyers of every time you replaced a washer?
    They are an EYESORES!!!!
  • ilikecookies
    ilikecookies Posts: 196 Forumite
    Sounds like a shake-down to me too. I'd ignore and see if they pursue. I very much doubt they will pursue as (a) I just can't see they have a case (which they probably know), (b) the cost/risk ratio is too high.

    From experience I know it's unsettling to receive a letter from a solicitor and tempting to respond (even ones like this which have no merit) but hold your nerve!
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