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We are in a co-op where the sponsor still owns a few apartments AND is the management company as well. A heat pipe burst in one of his apts. and flooded the unit , soaking down through the renter's carpeting, through the wood floor beneath, and we want to make sure he cleans up according to best practices so that no mold grows beneath the floor. Owner's agent says all he has to do is sand the floors. We, the board, understand he has to pull up the wood floor, sub floor, and treat with anti mold solutions and let dry before putting in new sub and wooden floor. Are there any official guidelines per OSHA or dept of health that set out the proper procedures? Thanks for your input.
Join the Conversation Comments (2)Sounds like everyone involved is poorly informed. Firstly, let it dry out. You may not get mold and may not have to rip out any subf-looring. If the pipe is inside the wall it is coop responsibility to bring things back to their former condition (prime coat of paint, repair floor, etc) except fancy wall paper or similar additions of the owner of the damaged apartments. Renters insurance should cover that. as there was no negligence involved (ie no one left on a tap or overflowed a tub.) If you think there is mold call a remediation company and have them examine things before you go ripping up floors.
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