For years, housing growth here in San Diego and throughout the country seemed almost unstoppable. Many builders were in a rush to meet deadlines when constructing homes, and now some homeowners are discovering major defects with their homes. Aside from poor workmanship, construction defects can also result from problems in the design and materials used, or problems may be caused by land subsidence. A recent Wall Street Journal article by M.P. McQueen cites shortages in skilled workers and quality materials during the housing boom as reasons behind recent construction problems, and notes that hundreds of thousands of people are now facing expensive repair costs due to construction defects.
While not all problems can be detected before buying a home, prospective home buyers should take note and hire their own qualified house inspector to help uncover problems that may otherwise go unnoticed. If you’re thinking about buying a foreclosed home, a HomeInspectorCenter.com blog points out special concerns that you’ll want to address with a professional inspection.
Serious construction defects can have devastating effects on homeowners, financially and emotionally, as well as on commercial property owners. Our litigation attorneys have invaluable experience in resolving California construction defect cases. As with any claim, the law applies time constraints to construction defect disputes, so act quickly to protect your investment from being jeopardized. Reach us at San Diego Law Firm by calling (619) 794-0243.
