{"id":9785,"date":"2026-07-02T12:17:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T04:17:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fdlaw.com.tw\/?p=9785"},"modified":"2026-07-07T00:20:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T16:20:07","slug":"leaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fdlaw.com.tw\/en\/blog\/leaking\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do if your upstairs neighbor refuses to fix a leak? A comprehensive guide to claiming compensation for leaky roofs, repair liability, and emotional distress damages."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-qubely-image qubely-block-2b7d0c\"><div class=\"qubely-block-image  qubely-image-layout-simple\"><div class=\"qubely-image-media qubely-vertical-alignment-center qubely-horizontal-alignment-center\"><figure><div class=\"qubely-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"qubely-image-image\" src=\"https:\/\/fdlaw.com.tw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/messageImage_1782965797859.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<style id=\"fdlaw-blog-polish-style-leaking-20260706\">\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content{--fdlaw-ink:#27313b;--fdlaw-muted:#5f6d7a;--fdlaw-blue:#1f5f8b;--fdlaw-line:#d9e5ee;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content p{line-height:1.9;color:var(--fdlaw-ink);font-size:17px;margin-bottom:1.15em;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content h2.wp-block-heading{margin-top:2.15em;margin-bottom:.75em;padding:0 0 .45em .75em;border-left:5px solid #1f5f8b;border-bottom:1px solid #d9e5ee;color:#17384f;font-size:1.55em;line-height:1.35;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content h3.wp-block-heading{margin-top:1.6em;margin-bottom:.65em;color:#24485f;font-size:1.18em;line-height:1.45;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content a{color:#1f5f8b;text-decoration-thickness:1px;text-underline-offset:3px;font-weight:600;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card,body.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block{margin:1.6em 0 2.1em;padding:1.35em 1.45em;border:1px solid #d9e5ee;border-left:5px solid #1f5f8b;border-radius:8px;background:#f7fbff;box-shadow:0 8px 22px rgba(30,78,112,.08);}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card h2,body.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block h2{margin:0 0 .75em;padding:0;border:0;color:#17384f;font-size:1.32em;line-height:1.35;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card ul{margin:.2em 0 0 1.2em;padding:0;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card li{margin:.55em 0;line-height:1.75;color:#31404c;font-size:16.5px;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card strong,body.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block strong{color:#163f5d;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block h3{margin:1em 0 .35em;color:#24485f;font-size:1.08em;line-height:1.45;}\nbody.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block p{background:#fff;border:1px solid #e3ebf2;border-radius:6px;padding:1em 1.1em;margin:.35em 0 1em;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content h3.wp-block-heading + p{background:#fbfdff;border:1px solid #e3ebf2;border-radius:6px;padding:1em 1.1em;}\nbody.postid-9785 .entry-content p:has(a[href*=\"line.me\"]),body.postid-9785 .entry-content p:has(a[href^=\"tel:\"]){background:#fff8ec;border:1px solid #f0d8ae;border-radius:8px;padding:1em 1.15em;font-weight:600;}\n@media (max-width:768px){body.postid-9785 .entry-content p{font-size:16px;}body.postid-9785 .entry-content h2.wp-block-heading{font-size:1.35em;}body.postid-9785 .fdlaw-summary-card,body.postid-9785 .fdlaw-faq-block{padding:1.15em 1.05em;}}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group fdlaw-summary-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This article provides a quick summary of key points.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>If there&#039;s a leak from upstairs, preserve evidence first:<\/strong>Photos, videos, repair estimates, management committee records, and conversations are all important.<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>The responsibility depends on the cause of the leak:<\/strong>The responsible parties may differ for pipelines, exterior walls, waterproofing layers, public pipes, or renovation work.<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Repairs and damage compensation may be requested:<\/strong>This includes repair costs, property damage, lost rent, and compensation for emotional distress.<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>If negotiations fail, mediation or litigation can be pursued.<\/strong>If necessary, you can hire a lawyer to assist in collecting evidence, sending letters, and filing lawsuits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If your house starts leaking, don&#039;t rush to ask, &quot;Does the upstairs neighbor have to pay for it?&quot;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water dripping from the ceiling, mold on the walls, mildew in the wardrobe, and even having to fetch buckets of water in the middle of the night \u2013 leaky houses are often not just simple repair issues, but rather legal issues involving neighbors, the management committee, the developer, or the previous homeowner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people&#039;s first question is, &quot;What if my upstairs neighbor is leaking water and won&#039;t fix it? Can I sue them?&quot; The answer is yes, you can go through legal proceedings, but before filing a lawsuit, it&#039;s more important to first determine the cause of the leak, the attribution of responsibility, and the scope of the damage. This is because the court won&#039;t just look at who lives upstairs, but will consider where the leak is originating, who has a duty to repair and maintain it, whether the other party acted intentionally or negligently, and whether your damages can be proven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is liability determined when a house leaks? First, determine whether the leak is located in a private, shared, or floor-level pipe system.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Article 10 of the Apartment Building Management Ordinance, in principle, the exclusive parts and the agreed-upon private parts shall be repaired, managed, and maintained by the respective owners of those parts or the users of the agreed-upon private parts, and the costs shall be borne by them. The common parts and the agreed-upon common parts shall be repaired, managed, and maintained by the management person in charge or the management committee, with the costs borne by the public fund or shared by the residents according to their common ownership proportions. However, if the repair costs are attributable to a specific resident, that resident shall bear the costs. The official text can be found in Article 10 of the Apartment Building Management Ordinance in the National Legal Database.<a href=\"https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawAll.aspx?pcode=D0070118\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawAll.aspx?pcode=D0070118<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the leak is in the common wall, floor or its internal piping of a private area, according to Article 12 of the Apartment Building Management Ordinance, the maintenance costs shall in principle be borne jointly by the parties sharing the common wall or the owners of the separate property above and below the floor; however, if the leak is caused by improper construction by one party, damage to the waterproofing layer, arbitrary alteration of pipes or other attributable reasons, the party attributable shall bear the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the statement &quot;the upstairs neighbor is always liable for a leak downstairs&quot; is only half true. If the leak originates from the upstairs bathroom waterproofing, private plumbing, or renovation work, the upstairs neighbor is usually the primary responsible party. If the leak originates from the exterior walls, roof, common plumbing, or shared drainage pipes, the responsibility for repairs may fall on the management committee or all property owners. If the pipes in the middle of the floor are old and cannot be attributed to a specific party, then the responsibility may be shared by both the upstairs and downstairs neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If the upstairs neighbor refuses to open the door or cooperate with the leak repair, can I request permission to enter for repairs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can request cooperation, but it is not recommended to break down the door, force your way in, or use violent methods to handle the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Article 6 of the &quot;Apartment Building Management Regulations&quot; stipulates that when other residents need to enter or use a resident&#039;s private or agreed-upon private area for maintenance, repair, or installation of pipelines, the resident may not refuse. Similarly, the management manager or management committee may not refuse entry or use when necessary for maintenance, repair, or installation of common areas. If the residents fail to comply after coordination, the management manager or management committee may, depending on the nature of the matter, request the competent authority or file a lawsuit in court for necessary action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, it is recommended to first request the management committee to send a letter coordinating a site inspection, and to retain any messages, recordings, announcements, or meeting minutes regarding any refusal to cooperate. If the leak continues to worsen, consider sending a letter requesting that the other party cooperate in identifying and repairing the leak and compensate for the damage within a certain period. If this is still ineffective, then consult a lawyer to apply for evidence preservation and file a lawsuit for repairs and damages to prevent evidence from disappearing after construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What compensation can you claim if your house is leaking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claims for damages from leaky roofs usually involve more than just a single repair cost; they must be compiled into a petition that can be reviewed by the court, based on the extent of the damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first type of request is &quot;to repair until the leak stops.&quot; If the leak continues to impair property rights, the homeowner can request the removal or prevention of the obstruction according to Article 767 of the Civil Code. Article 767 of the Civil Code, as stated in the National Legal Database, stipulates that any owner may request the removal of anything that infringes upon their property rights, and may request prevention of any potential obstruction.<a href=\"https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=767\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=767<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second type is property damage compensation. If the leak is attributable to the upstairs neighbor, the construction worker, or other responsible party, the victim can claim tort damages under Article 184 of the Civil Code. Official provisions can be found here:<a href=\"https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=184\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=184<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The third category includes costs for restoring the property to its original state and actual losses. Article 213 of the Civil Code stipulates that the party liable for damages should, in principle, restore the property to its original state before the damage occurred, and the creditor may also request payment of the necessary costs for restoring the property to its original state. Article 216 of the Civil Code stipulates that damages are limited to compensating for the damage suffered and the lost profits. Common items include leak repair fees, repair fees, painting fees, ceiling or woodwork restoration fees, furniture and appliance damage fees, cleaning and mold removal fees, and reasonable accommodation or rental losses incurred due to the property being unable to be normally inhabited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compensation for emotional distress related to water leakage is not always available, but it&#039;s not entirely out of the question.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people suffer from sleepless nights, anxiety, and a significant decline in their quality of life due to leaky roofs, and may wonder: &quot;Can I claim compensation for emotional distress if my house leaks?&quot;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legally, compensation for emotional distress requires specific grounds. Article 195 of the Civil Code stipulates that if a person unlawfully infringes upon another&#039;s physical integrity, health, reputation, freedom, credit, privacy, or chastity, or unlawfully infringes upon other personality rights and the circumstances are serious, the victim may claim a substantial amount of compensation, even if the damage is not financial. Official provisions can be found here:<a href=\"https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/law.moj.gov.tw\/LawClass\/LawSingle.aspx?pcode=B0000001&amp;flno=195<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, the rights and interests of peaceful and livable residence may be considered personal legal interests. The Supreme Court&#039;s Civil Judgment No. 3 of 2018 states in its press release that housing is a basic condition for people&#039;s survival, and a suitable quality of housing is not merely a matter of property value. If the degree of infringement exceeds the reasonable tolerance of ordinary people in daily life, it may constitute an unlawful infringement of the personal legal interest of quality of residence. (See the Judicial Yuan press release for reference.)<a href=\"https:\/\/jirs.judicial.gov.tw\/GNNWS\/NNWSS002.asp?id=389394\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/jirs.judicial.gov.tw\/GNNWS\/NNWSS002.asp?id=389394<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it&#039;s important to note that courts don&#039;t automatically award compensation for emotional distress simply because there&#039;s a leak. You need to prove the duration, location, severity, whether it affects sleep or primary living spaces, whether mold and insects have appeared, whether the area has been uninhabitable for an extended period, and whether the other party was aware of the leak but delayed repairs. The Taiwan High Court&#039;s Civil Judgment No. 1067 of 2018 recognized the infringement of the right to peaceful residence and awarded compensation in cases where long-term leaks affected the quality of life in the master bedroom and living room. The key point of such practical opinions is not &quot;compensation for a leak,&quot; but rather that &quot;the leak is so severe that it exceeds what is generally tolerable and the circumstances are serious.&quot;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The most important thing before filing a lawsuit: make the evidence of the water leak into a way that the court can understand.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common reason for losing a house leak case is insufficient evidence. The victim is clearly troubled by the leak every day, but when they get to court, all they have are a few blurry photos, undated screenshots of conversations, and repair estimates without determining the source of the leak, making it very difficult to prove who is responsible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is recommended to take photos and videos of the same location consistently from the moment a leak is discovered, keeping the dates and times, and documenting the correlation between rain, upstairs water usage, and worsening of the leak. If walls, ceilings, woodwork, or appliances are damaged, take panoramic and close-up photos, and keep proof of purchase, repair quotes, invoices, or estimates. Conversations with upstairs residents, the management committee, the building manager, and the leak repairman should be recorded in their entirety; do not only capture a small portion that is favorable to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the source of the leak is disputed, a plumber&#039;s verbal assessment is usually insufficient. A more reliable approach is to commission a professional leak detector, civil engineer, architect, or relevant association to provide testing or assessment reports; in litigation, the court may also order an assessment. If the other party intends to cover up the leak with construction work, you should consult a lawyer as soon as possible to assess whether to apply for evidence preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The management committee cannot simply dismiss the leak as a &quot;private matter for the residents.&quot;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The management committee often says, &quot;This is a private matter between the upstairs and downstairs neighbors, and we can&#039;t interfere.&quot; This statement is not necessarily true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the source of the leak involves common areas, agreed common areas, public pipelines, exterior walls, roof, or public plumbing, the management committee has an obligation to repair, manage, and maintain it according to Article 10 of the Apartment Building Management Ordinance. Even if the leak is ultimately determined to be caused by a specific resident, the management committee can still assist in conducting site inspections, stopping the leak, and coordinating repairs, and then seek compensation or require the responsible resident to bear the costs in accordance with the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the management committee fails to address the issue for an extended period, residents can submit a written application to the committee requesting that the issue be included in meeting minutes, that progress be publicly announced, and, if necessary, that the relevant authorities intervene. Alternatively, the management committee, management personnel, or relevant property owners can be included in the liability assessment during litigation. The key is to avoid merely verbal complaints and to maintain records of formal requests, refusal to address the issue, and any instances of the leak worsening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lawyers advise: Don&#039;t just seek &quot;compensation&quot; in water leakage cases; address the repair plan as well.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest problem in water leakage disputes is focusing solely on compensation without addressing the root cause of the leak. Even if you receive repair fees today, the leak will continue tomorrow, and the dispute will likely resurface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A more comprehensive approach involves first identifying the source of the leak, then simultaneously planning to stop the leak, repair the damage, compensate for the losses already incurred, share the assessment costs, and arrange subsequent on-site construction. If the other party refuses to cooperate, the lawsuit statement should accurately specify the location, method, and deadline for repairs, as well as alternative solutions in case of non-compliance, to avoid difficulties in enforcement even after winning the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When handling disputes related to leaky roofs, neighbor damages, apartment buildings, and real estate, Fidelity Law Firm first assists clients in gathering evidence of the leak, identifying the parties to the claim, designing evidentiary letters and mediation strategies, and only proceeding with evidence preservation, expert evaluation, and civil litigation when necessary. Leaks are not a problem that will simply diminish over time; the sooner the evidence and legal relationships are clarified, the lower the repair costs and litigation risks can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My upstairs neighbor is leaking water and they won&#039;t fix it. Can I sue them?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, but it&#039;s recommended to first preserve photos, videos, conversation records, management committee notices, leak detection reports, and repair estimates before assessing whether to send a documented letter, request mediation, or file a civil lawsuit. If the source of the leak is still unclear, hastily filing a lawsuit may increase the risk of litigation due to the inability to prove liability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the upstairs resident always responsible for a water leak?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not necessarily. If the leak originates in the upstairs private area, waterproofing layer, private pipelines, or upstairs construction, the upstairs resident is more likely to be responsible. If the source is in the exterior wall, roof, common plumbing, or shared pipelines, the responsibility may lie with the management committee or all property owners. If the leak is in the floor slab and cannot be attributed to any one party, it may involve shared responsibility between the upstairs and downstairs residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I claim compensation for emotional distress if my house is leaking?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can file a claim, but it may not be successful. The court will usually consider whether the leak is long-term, severe, occurs in a main living space such as a bedroom or living room, whether it has caused mold, insects, sleep disturbances, or inability to live normally, and whether it has infringed upon your right to peaceful or livable environment and whether the circumstances are serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I fix it myself first, and then ask the upstairs neighbor or the management committee for payment?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An assessment is possible, but extreme caution is advised. If you repair the leak first, causing the leak site to disappear, it may be difficult to prove the source of the leak and the responsible party later. It is recommended to take photos and videos before construction, notify potential responsible parties for on-site inspections, and, if necessary, obtain a professional inspection report or seek legal assistance to apply for evidence preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The management committee said that the leak is a private matter for the residents and that they can simply not deal with it.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not necessarily. If the leak involves common areas, agreed common areas, public utility lines, exterior walls, or the roof, the management committee may have repair, management, and maintenance obligations under the condominium management regulations. 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