If you are currently involved in a real estate transaction, you will want to do whatever you can to prevent disputes from taking place. Disputes are never ideal for any party, because they waste time, can be costly, and are stressful.
Your landlord isn't always obligated to make repairs to your home
Real estate such as apartment buildings or homes must be regularly maintained to remain habitable. If small plumbing, electrical, or heating and air problems are left unaddressed, then they have a way of becoming much larger issues. If you're a renter, then you may assume that any and all problems are the sole responsibility of your landlord. That's not always the case, though.