Building any structure involves workmanship and skill. It is impossible to complete a construction project perfectly. Perfection is not the legal standard of measurement in construction in New York. Instead, the legal standard is the ordinary and reasonable skill...
When it comes to constructing homes and other structures, most people assume that the finished project will be completely free of defects. However, issues can arise that may leave a building in poor shape. In this case, a person may want to file a construction defect...
A project's success often hinges on the quality of work produced by each member of the team. When working with subcontractors, a contractor is reliant on the work produced by others to meet standards and expectations. However, if a subcontractor delivers subpar work,...
As the owner of a construction business, the quality of your work is crucial for your continued success. That is why you must do your best to avoid construction defects as much as possible, as a single defect can derail an entire project. Construction defects like the...
Unfortunately, as construction workers are just as human as anyone else, construction defects can and do occur during and after the process of building a structure. However, this is no reason to let the cause of the defects off the hook, especially when it could end...
Construction disputes are harmful to both property owners and contractors in New Jersey. However, it is particularly detrimental to the contractor. For one, you may need to stop your project while waiting for the court or arbitration panel to settle the dispute....
Construction defects occur during the building process. They can happen at various stages and for multiple reasons in any type of construction project. Understanding the types of defects that you may encounter can enable you to recognize issues in your situation....
If you are a contractor, you are probably struggling to find skilled employees. After all, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors, the construction sector is currently about 650,000 workers shy of meeting customer demand. While it may be possible to...
Construction defects do not happen that often, but when one occurs it can pose a serious risk to building owners. When determining who is at fault for a construction defect, it is important to identify whether faulty design or poor workmanship caused the problem. What...
When you're buying a new construction home, you may think that you don't need a home inspection. However, it's possible that the workers made a mistake or cut corners while building it and installing appliances. If you discover a construction defect, New Jersey...
