Waters v. Novak

This is an appeal on questions of law.

Robert B. Waters and his wife, Blanche L. Waters, the appellees, herein called Waters, purchased a house and lot in a suburban village from Walter J. Novak and his wife, Virginia (Julia) Novak, the appellants, herein called Novak. After Waters had occupied the home for approximately 30 days, the pump which drew the household water supply from a drilled well, ceased to function. It was then discovered that the well was not of sufficient capacity to supply the home, and it became necessary to drill another well.

At the time Waters were examining the home…