Construction firms in the Austin area and across Texas in general may have more work than they can handle, as the demand for housing is constant. Additionally, both businesses and individual property owners hiring construction companies or contractors for projects can...
Construction Law
What should contractors do about unfair negative reviews?
As a contractor, it's important to maintain a positive online reputation to attract new clients and keep your business thriving. False online reviews can be frustrating and damaging to your business. Keep a close eye on review websites, social media platforms and...
Possible defenses for construction defect claims
Contractors provide a valuable service to property owners. While most projects are completed without issues, there are times when contractors learn their clients weren’t happy with the work. In some cases, this leads to a construction defect claim, which is a serious...
What if a contractor uses cheap materials on your building project?
When choosing a building project contractor, you likely have a specific vision. It doesn’t matter if you are having your dream home constructed or a free-standing garage; you want to ensure the job is done based on your needs and standards. You may have provided the...
3 of the most common swimming pool defects
In the heat of the Texas summertime, your pool probably gets a lot of use. It’s the perfect way to cool off and makes a great space for entertaining family and friends. As you’ll probably know, however, having a pool takes a lot of upkeep and there are a number of...
Will a delayed construction project lead to an expensive lawsuit?
When you run a construction company, you all understand that projects rarely go the way you anticipate. You could start a partial demolition of a kitchen only to discover that the support joists are in a completely different position than you believed and are of lower...
What is a latent construction defect?
A patent defect is considered by some to be a “normal” construction defect. This is the type of problem that is fairly obvious and will be caught either by the construction team or a home inspector. Ideally, this type of defect will be found and corrected long before...
Understanding liquidated damages in construction contracts
When you engage a contractor in your construction project, you expect everything to go smoothly. However, it is advisable to anticipate any eventualities. The contractor may breach the contract, causing you financial losses. To protect yourself, you need to include a...
What impact does a mechanic’s lien have on an owner?
When there is a disagreement between a contractor who does work on a house and the person who owns the property, the dispute can delay payments for the project. Frustrated service providers and also those who deliver materials for a project may go to the Texas civil...
Is a contractor at fault for using cheap materials for your home?
When you hire a contractor to do work on your home, you probably have a vision. Whether you build your dream home from the ground up, expand an existing house or remodel an older home, the goal is a space where you love to live and a property that you could resell for...
