Gas Leak in Fireplace

[Darrell Morris]

Hello BP,

My tenant attempted to turn on the gas to the fireplace and apparently gas was leaking. After having a plumber go out to check for a gas leak there was apparently one in the fireplace. Thank God the house did not blow up!

Now I'm getting hit with a $450 bill. Is this covered by insurance in some kind of way? Also, can the tenant sue me? All of this is getting me a little nervous.

Thanks!

[Colleen F.]

What exactly would be covered by insurance?    A fire department call? damage resulting from the  leak?   I don't think just the repair would be covered ,  it is like a broken furnace or washing machine you just have to fix it. 

A tenant  can try to sue for anything but unless they suffered some damage or harm it is unlikely they would get anywhere.