um, here it is illegal for the landlord to refuse to fix an essential item such as a furnace. Hope they get it worked out quickly. Tell them for now to close off all rooms but one and keep the heaters in there. .
Getting a hold of the local news and getting their story public will help too.
They've lived there for nearly 8 years and this has always been the case. Their house hasn't had heat or air since the 1st year. We bought them window units a few years ago for AC, but we all know AC is really more of a luxury. Heat on the other hand, that's a different matter. Last year we bought them a room unit heater, but this year a few of their other ones went out.
Her DH is a pastor at a local church, but it's a small church so not a full time salary. The church members gave him a cash Christmas gift with which they went immediately to the store and bought space heaters. She is keeping as many doors closed as possible to contain the heat and her DH put in all new weather stripping and seals.
She's looked into the matter legally, but their area laws are different regarding landlords. I said the same thing, "He can't do that!!" My response is based on my areas laws. Unfortunately - she doesn't have much recourse. The pastor of the church where she works as a secretary has told her the same thing - not much she can do. He was a DA in Tulsa and his wife is currently a DA in Ft. Smith, AK, so I guess they would know for sure. Heavener is right on the border of OK and AK.
She's also leary of making trouble for the landlord as their options for relocating are limited at this time. They're trying to hold out for another two years where they are till her DH is eligible for his maximum draw on retirement from his pension.
I truly appreciate everyone's kind thoughts, prayers and suggestions!
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