Leasehold/roof repairs

[charliebaps]

Having lived in my 1st floor flat for a year (shop underneath and 1 flat above) i have discivered the roof is leaking and a damp patch was found (where the gutter bit between the 2 roofs meet, i know a bit flaky but never been up there). My question is who is responsible for fixing it? Have been on the the feeholders - a management estate company, and were useless at best and keep having to ring back. Is the cost shared between the 3 leaseholders or will building insurance cover it? I know I should know some of this but first foot on the property ladder and it's been a huge learning curve so far! Any help much appreciated

[Nether Edge]

Read your lease. It should contain service charge arrangements and covenants for service work performance. Consult your solicitor if you want to ensure that the other parties perform!