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My shower/sink seals are damaged

🔍 Problem identification

  • Signs of seal wear:

    • Blackening or mold

    • Visible detachment

    • Cracks or fissures

    • Water infiltration

    • Moisture marks around seals

  • Points to check:

    • General condition of seal:

      • Adhesion to surface

      • Seal continuity

      • Presence of holes

    • Affected areas:

      • Around shower/bathtub

      • Around sink/washbasin

      • Connection points

  • Emergency situation if:

    • Significant infiltration to neighbors

    • Complete detachment of seal

⚡ What to do?

  • Preventive maintenance:

    • Clean regularly:

      • Use diluted white vinegar

      • Scrub with soft brush

      • Dry after each use

    • Ventilate daily:

      • Open window for 10-15 minutes

      • Use ventilation during shower

      • Avoid drying laundry in the room

  • In case of mold:

    • Immediate treatment:

      • Clean with anti-mold product

      • Dry area completely

      • Maintain good ventilation

  • Do not:

    • Do not violently scrape the seals

    • Do not use very aggressive products

    • Do not let the situation worsen

📱 How to report the problem?

  • Through your tenant portal:

    • Category: "Technical Assistance - Plumbing"

    • Specify:

      • Exact location

      • Extent of problem

      • Actions already taken

  • Photos to provide:

    • Overview of area

    • Close-ups of damaged seals

    • Any damage caused

⏰ Intervention timeframes

  • Severely damaged seals causing a leak:

    • Intervention within a week

    • By scheduled appointment

    • Intervention costs charged to tenant responsible for lack of maintenance

  • Light mold:

    • Cleaning by tenant

    • Maintenance advice provided

💰 Who covers the costs?

  • Covered by Colonies:

    • Structural waterproofing defect

  • Tenant's responsibility:

    • Shower seal replacement

    • Regular maintenance

    • Mold cleaning

    • Damage due to lack of maintenance

💡 Good to know

  • Daily maintenance:

    • Ventilate room regularly

    • Use appropriate products

    • Clean regularly

  • Practical advice:

    • Ideal temperature: 19-21°C

    • Controlled humidity

📚 Useful resources

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