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In California, contractor warranty forms include various implied and express warranties depending on the work being done. There is no mandatory form for these warranties, and the law will create an implied warranty even if the contractor doesn’t provide one. Learn all about California construction law here.
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→ Read MoreWhat should be included in a construction contract for renovation or a home remodel? One important provision in a home remodel/renovation contract should be a clause allowing you to withhold payment if the renovations are not done completely or correctly.
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→ Read MoreWhen the first signs of a construction defect pop up in a newly constructed home which is under a “builder’s warranty”, the homeowner should take photographs of the problem area and/or video tape to document the defect. In addition, the homeowner should immediately let the contractor know, in writing, and request a site inspection of the home by a specified date.
→ Read MoreA homeowner’s right to such a warranty is determined both by state law and by whether a warranty is included in the construction or remodeling contract. You should always negotiate a written warranty with your contractor for work performed. This warranty can be part of your construction contract and negotiated along with the other terms of your agreement.
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→ Read MoreA Texas couple has finally won a 14 year legal battle with their home-builder over construction defects that the company failed to correct. They allegedly fought dirty politics along the way, but simply refused to give up. However, their patience and resilliance paid off big. They were awarded $51 million – $40 million of which constituted punitive damages.
→ Read MoreIf you own a home in California and discover a construction defect, bringing a lawsuit against the responsible party may require a bit more than filing a complaint at the courthouse. That is, if your home was built in 2003 or after…
→ Read MoreThere are several common causes of action in a construction defect case including breach of contract, breach of warranty, negligence or strict liability. This article examines each cause of action.
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