Defects in construction - before and after acceptance

from
Simon Esch
Lawyer
Specialist lawyer for construction and architectural law

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While many consumers are at least somewhat familiar with the principles of sales law and the rights to which they are entitled in the event of defects in the purchased item, based on their general knowledge or personal experience, the law governing (building) contracts for work and services often offers unexpected provisions that are not intuitive to the layperson. This article is intended to provide basic knowledge and introduce you to some concepts and terminology of the law of contracts for work and services. The focus is on the defect in the construction contract, which is examined in detail. For example, did you know that providing the services listed in the offer does not automatically guarantee that the construction work is free of defects?

Furthermore, you will be given practical tips on how to protect your rights before and after acceptance of the construction work, and I will briefly explain the concept of self-remedy, which only exists in the law of contracts for work and services.

Are you planning your construction project and want to avoid trouble in advance by drafting good contracts? Then you are sure to be interested in this article by our colleague Schorr.