In the broadest sense, nearly any condition that reduces your home’s value can be classified as a construction defect. Construction defects fall into two categories: Defects in design, workmanship and materials, and Landslide and earth settlement problems. Compensation can be awarded to homeowners or homeowner associations for damages arising from defects of either type.
- Defects in design, workmanship and materials may include, but are not limited to :
- Lighting defects
- Plumbing defects
- Electrical problems
- Security defects
- Poor insulation
- Poor sound protection
- Landscape or irrigation problems
- Structural problems
- Dry rot
- Drainage problems
- Water seepage
- Landslide and earth settlement problems may include, but are not limited to:
- Drainage problems
- Problems arising from underground water
- Soil expansion
- Structural settlement or movement
- Land slide issues
- Problems arising from poor grading
