in this day and age.Construction law covers all the laws, regulations and agreements relating to construction. This ranges from minor renovations in and around the home to new construction and project development. It also deals with disputes between individuals and contractors, as well as advising construction companies, architects and engineers.
Our construction lawyers advise and litigate in all civil aspects of this area of law. No matter what agreements are made, something can always go wrong in a construction project. Delissen Martens assists private individuals and professionals (architects, contractors, builders, etc.) in the progress of construction projects, in possible liability for defects and in reaching a settlement. If necessary, we litigate both in court and before the Arbitration Council for the Construction Industry. You can also contact us for advice on expert opinions.
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Always discuss complaints with the contractor himself first. This is often the quickest and best solution. If you can't work it out, the contractor should be given a written notice of default. In this case, a letter or e-mail will give the contractor a reasonable but concrete deadline to finish the work or to repair (or have repaired) the defects in the work done. Describe the defects clearly. If this is not heeded, it is wise to seek legal assistance.
By e-mail or letter, give the contractor a clear deadline by which the work must be completed. Failure to do so will put the contractor in default.
A contractor must alert a principal if:
Additional work refers to all work (foreseen and unforeseen) not included in the quotation or the agreement. So extra work and extra costs that the parties have not agreed on beforehand. Before additional work is carried out, agreements must be made about it. It is wise to do this in writing.
This may be the case if:
Please note, this cannot simply be placed on the principals shoulders.
When the work is completed, then the work is handed over to the client. Usually, the parties then make a joint tour of the completed work. It is wise to record points of delivery in writing (for example, in a report of completion).
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