Not all houses are well-built. Many do not match up to the standards that those who commissioned them hoped for or expected. Yet, people may live in a place for years unaware of the problems their property contains. Until one day, a storm or other extreme event...
Construction Defects
What are the 4 categories of construction defects?
If there is a concerning issue related to how your house was built, you may be able to claim compensation. To make it easier to do so, you need to be precise about what the issue is and how it occurred. Courts that handle construction dispute claims consider...
Should you stay in a house with fire and smoke damage?
A house fire does not always mean the complete loss of property. If only a portion of your home caught fire, you might be contemplating whether it is safe to continue using the rest of the house. However, lingering effects from fire and smoke damage can pose health...
How to inspect for construction defects
Builder Magazine reported the average deficiency rate in construction in 2020 was 4%. This goes to show that even new builds can have issues. These issues can range from minor to more significant problems that affect your home's safety and value. To protect your...
Why might you need an expert witness for a construction defect claim?
You had a contractor in to do some work on your house. A few days, weeks or months later, you noticed a problem, so you called them up. They came straight away, apologized for the issue and promptly resolved it free of charge. This is the ideal scenario that would...
5 steps for vetting a contractor
Contractors are responsible for the important steps involved with your construction project. Selecting the right contractor for the job is not only a first step in any project, but it is a vital one that could affect the project's outcome. Taking the time to vet a...
Construction defects and why you should take them seriously
Just because a building finished construction does not mean you are immediately ready to find occupants for your property. For property owners, it helps to check your property after completion and confirm that it is free from construction defects, lest you encounter a...
The consequences of ignoring building code updates
Living in Florida means warm weather and access to beautiful beaches all year round. However, The Sunshine State is also prone to hurricanes, wildfires, and thunderstorms. Property owners must keep their homes or buildings up to code or face serious consequences. The...
5 construction defects to check when buying a home
Construction defects can make your home less pleasant to live in, and repairing these issues may cost you a lot of money. For these reasons, it helps to check for the following construction defects when purchasing a new home. Faulty roof gutters Gutters channel...
Why are sticking doors such a problem?
When keeping an eye out for potential problems with a house's foundation, you may not think to look at something as simple as the doors. However, a door "sticking" when you attempt to open or close it could indicate a much bigger problem than a door not fitting its...