Protection from Neighbor Flooding: What to Do and How to Get Compensation

First Actions During Flooding

1. Cut power to the flooded area
2. Notify the neighbors above
3. Call emergency services
4. Take photos/videos of ALL damage
5. Call the management company to create an official report

How to Get Compensation

Step 1: Flooding Report

The management company must create a report within 3 business days.

Step 2: Damage Assessment

Hire an independent appraiser. Assessment cost — from 1,500 UAH.

Step 3: Claim to Neighbors

Send a written claim with damage description and report copy.

Step 4: Court

If neighbors don't compensate voluntarily — file a lawsuit.

Prevention

• Install leak sensors — from 500 UAH
• Get apartment insurance — from 100 UAH/month