The original hot water heaters in the villas and condos have reached the end of their useful life. Age and the salt air have made it necessary to address this issue, as time is of the essence. Leaking and bursting tanks have caused extensive water damage in not only the condo in which they are located, but in the condos on the floors below.

Last week, on June 15th, another tank gave way in the Grande building, causing thousands of dollars in damage to three condos. Lost rental income, damage to furniture and fixtures resulted in costly repairs from an event that could have been avoided.

It is necessary for all owners to replace their water heater if they have not already done so. Here are two contractors to choose from:

1).- Ventura Mada

Phone: 1 638 380 7505

E-mail: venturamada@hotmail.com

2).- Israel Calza

Phone: 1 638 113 0250

E-mail: rpoint75@hotmail.com

Both are well known and proven to do professional work.

These men can provide water heater replacement service which will be outside from HOA control, responsibility or guarantee. Estimated cost for installation of a replacement tank is around $325-$350 US dollars.

It will be up to each owner to make their own arrangements for installation and payment. Owners will have to contact the Contractor of their choice directly and make arrangements of estimate, availability, payment and installation.

We are aware this financial issue could not come at worse time considering current economic conditions, but since the consequences of a tank failure are heartbreaking and so costly, we are still highly recommending the tanks be replaced ASAP, preferably with these safeguards in place.