Typically, condo owners are responsible for funding repairs to building systems. But if it’s a construction defect, that changes the playbook. By Jill Terreri Ramos Q: In May 2019, I purchased a ...

One of the most confusing building defects for owners and engineers alike is leakage that appears during certain seasons and then completely disappears. A damp patch visible during the monsoon may ...

Many buildings appear flawless at handover. Finishes are clean, services appear functional, and all approvals are in place. Yet, once occupants move in and daily use begins, defects start to ...

Residential building defects have emerged as a critical concern for the construction industry worldwide, impacting both economic outcomes and occupant well‐being. Contemporary research has underlined ...

The critical issue in new housing continues to be the lack of sufficiently trained labor and a shortage of suitable materials. This was exacerbated by the hot housing market that ended in early 2022.