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I had a post about the inconsiderate neighbor. Basically her attitude was too bad in regard to her ac dripping on top of mine. I had gone to the management company and they did not address the issue, in fact the person who answered the phone said it was the most common complaint. They did nothing to remedy the situation and I actually sent them info on how I had remedied it myself so they could pass it along to other sleepless residents. I did not want to go to the board because this dimwit with the child like gang mentality was a board member at the time and I did not want battle royal on my hands.
So I spent the fist few months sleeping on the couch instead of the brand new bed I had purchased. The flower pot that I placed on the ac this summer was plastic and filled with brand new fluffy potting soil, because I have enough brain power to realize that a clay pot could crack someone’s skull if it were blown off. Now that she is no longer a board member I will be addressing it along with other issues. Basically she had a major crush on one of the board members and is reduced to a giggling ninny in his presence. I can only assume that if I had the Y chromosome she finds so appealing I would have gotten a different response. The thing is my window and screen were loaded with dirt at the end of the season and I could not even see out this window because of it. I am not going to stand for another year of this, am I not entitled to quiet enjoyment? She is also a laundry hog, we only have 3 washing machines and she loads all 3 at once. One evening when I went down there she was finishing up and she saw me waiting to use the machines. After removing her items she started loading another 2 machines and informed me she was not finished. At the annual board meeting the newest tenant complained about not having access to the machines (always full) and I regret that I did not join her. I do not think that this inconsiderate individual is taking in laundry for extra money because she has a decent job as a kindergarten teacher in NYC schools. I really despise this inconsiderate person. And at this point in time would like some of the hair from the dog that bit me. Also I have posted things in the lobby that I have downloaded from the net in regard to renovations without board approval and they are constantly removed and recently replaced with comments on how useless anger is. My posts contain no specifics on this particular building, just the legal facts and ramifications regarding renovations using unlicensed plumbers and electricians (the Super and his buds) without board approval. The author an attorney who specializes in real estate and it is very informative. I think that some of the people in this building have an attachment to the super who is doing all this illegal renovations and I am now the evil one (I just want to protect my interests). The managing agent said that perhaps they are happy with his work. I have put up with a lot here and I am fed up. It would be nice if they would just buy me out, then they can blow the place up for all I care. Anyhow I am now researching other properties; I don’t think this place stands much of a chance.
I think AdC (who responses I pay attention to) is pretty much on the mark. Never let your enemy know that you are hurting. Smile and wish them the best. What I have found to be successful when water dripped onto my ac unit from above was to glue a piece of old carpet to the top of my unit to cushion the sound and it worked fine. Also I do not recommend placing plants on top of your ac unit. Best of luck
I think AdC (who responses I pay attention to) is pretty much on the mark. Never let your enemy know that you are hurting. Smile and wish them the best. What I have found to be successful when water dripped onto my ac unit from above was to glue a piece of old carpet to the top of my unit to cushion the sound and it worked fine. Also I do not recommend placing plants on top of your ac unit. Best of luck
No way. Start with reading your proprietary lease--it probably says something like "no flowerpots" on outside window sills, for obvious reasons (a lightweight pot filled with dirt is no longer light weight, is it). Plus, how much weight do you need to dislodge an AC? If you want good neighbors, you need to be one.
PS: EAR PLUGS! They are magic. Signed: A/C above us drips onto ours, too. I need to try that carpet thing!
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First, calm down.
Rule 1: No one pays attention to those who rant in a co-op or in a column like this, or when speaking with management.
Rule 2: Never trust your thoughts to the superintendent as highlighted before.
Rule 3: People in your building, as despicable as they may seem, live in your same building. Try to be tolerant and address the problem in a rational manner. You may wish to approach the individual in question who may be doing something consciously or not and you shall find out if he/she is a person with whom you can get into an agreement. Otherwise, contact the management office and the board always trying to sound balanced.
Rule 5: Do not concentrate on gossip and trying to live someone else's lives. Personal issues and subjective perceptions have nothing to do with A/C's or your need to business. So focus on the problem.
Rule 6: If you find the co-op is not professionally run, try to run for a board position. If you look, act and speak in a rational manner, you may get the ear and goodwill of other residents and other board members.
Now that you know a trick or two on how to make your A/C silent "as the drop falls" , you may be able to pass the trick to others including management. Smile and enjoy your current residence!
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