$2K of Unauthorized Work Completed by Property Manager

[VB Phom]

Recently, I received a bill for over $2000 worth of work from my property manager. The contract states any work beyond $200 requires notice and approval from the owner. If I wasn't notified of the work and the cost associated with the work, what can and has been done in the past to rectify this? I'm super frustrated and am sure someone in this forum can help me navigate this situation. Or, just share your story to show a little empathy. 

[Dana Whicker]

@VB Phom Does your contract have a different provision for the amount the property manager can spend while turning the unit over versus when the unit is occupied? I just can't understand why the property manager thought they could spend 2000 without contacting you if the contract specifically states 200.

If they can't explain this I say they're fired. This is the kind of thing property managers do when feeding their buddies work. If there's not a satisfactory explanation I would not be able to trust them and I don't do business with people I can't trust.