Alabama Construction Defects

Residential construction defects

When you buy a new home, you expect the work to be done professionally.
From contract disputes to structural failures, your house is not a home until everything has been done right. Correcting the errors of others can be costly, and you need the legal experience of Liveoak and Boyles to win you the monetary compensation that you need.

You have a legal agreement with the home-builder, and you will need to seek legal recourse in the event of:

Breach of contract Bad faith

Property line disputes Home warranty disputes

Appropriate locations must be scouted by home-builders and developers. Some property is not suitable for new construction, because of:

Pre-existing underground utilities Water run-off

Soil erosion causing foundation cracks

Construction defects in Alabama can lead to costly repair expenses, as well as personal injury to your guests or your family. You should be compensated for:

Balcony & deck failure Asphalt and concrete degradation Retaining wall failure

Improper fireplaces Ceiling collapse Floor cave-in

Moisture penetration leads to damaged personal items, wood rot, termites, and toxic mold. Water can enter your home due to:

Roof leaks Poorly built walls Lack of flashing (water-repellent veneer)

Unsealed windows Inadequate crawlspaces Missing weep holes (moisture drains)

A hardwood floor can be ruined when moisture seeps under the boards or penetrates an inadequately sealed crawlspace, resulting in:

Cupping (bubbled up areas) Raised grain

Wood rot

Below-grade moisture penetration into your basement can result in:

Wet walls Mold growth	Salt-like deposits (efflorescence)

Building code violations can be the foundation of many basic problems.  Proper attention to code could have prevented personal injury due to:

Substandard construction

Unsafe building practices

Household system and construction material failures are not your fault. You will need legal support with construction law in Alabama in the event of:

Plumbing/septic problem HVAC issues

Synthetic stucco (EIFS) Chinese drywall

 

Commercial construction

When your new business or expansion is at stake, you must demand that your contractors follow the letter of the law. Liveoak and Boyles are experienced in commercial construction defect litigation in Alabama. They can analyze the mistakes made by your real estate agents, contractors, or vendors. You will open your new building properly, and receive compensation for any delays that were put upon you.

Securing the property is first on the agenda. You will need help with:

Contract dispute Easement

Complex closing Title analysis

Working with contractors brings a slew of legal concerns, such as:

Supplier’s lien

Laborer’s lien

When construction is complete, you may discover:

Construction defect Land developing defect

Environmental issue

Landlord-tenant disputes will arise when you sublease your property. Be ready for:

Lease disputes

Hazardous waste complaints

Commercial construction issues are complex. When construction failures present themselves at your business, you need to be compensated for:

Cost of repairs Urgency of making your property safe for the public

Lost business Defense against lawsuits from those who are injured on your property

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For learn more about construction accidents, please read the following:

• Construction accidents
• Construction liability law
• Types of construction injuries
• Construction lien laws

You need the legal expertise of Liveoak and Boyles for construction defect litigation in Alabama.

Your house is your home, and your business is your livelihood. Nothing should stand in the way of your goals. Defend your rights as a property owner with the experienced team of Blake Liveoak and Richard Boyles.

For Alabama construction defect law and litigation, contact Liveoak & Boyles at 205-599-6822, toll free at 877-446-2158 or email us online.