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Construction defects
Waterproofing, moisture, sound insulation, balconies — the typical defects in a new-build home and who is liable for them. Guides to spotting, documenting and claiming construction defects within the warranty timeline.
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What does fixing a construction defect cost — and who pays?
Who pays for construction defect repairs: the builder or the housing company? Liability depends on the warranty phase. How to estimate costs and assign responsibility.
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Security documents are binding: good building practice is no defence
When the build deviates from what was agreed, the builder cannot escape by invoking good building practice. How the agreed terms, security documents and defects connect under Finnish law.
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How to document a construction defect properly: photos, measurements and a timeline as evidence
Proper documentation decides the outcome of a construction defect claim. How to build a watertight evidence file with photos, measurements and a timeline.
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The most common construction defects in new buildings — and how to spot them in time
The most common construction defects in new-build homes: waterproofing, floor slopes, ventilation, sound insulation. How to spot defects and claim in time.
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When does a housing company need an external building expert — and how to choose the right one
When to hire an external building expert, which specialist suits which situation, and what an independent expert statement costs a housing company.
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How to take a construction defect to the Consumer Disputes Board (KRIL)
When the builder won't fix the defect: the Consumer Disputes Board process step by step — claim, consumer advice, the free application and timeline.
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Hidden defects in a new home: what they are and who is liable
A hidden defect cannot be spotted at inspection. The builder may be liable for up to 10 years — provided you complain as soon as you discover it.
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Making a written defect claim to the builder: how to do it correctly and on time
What a written defect claim is, how to make one, and why an open claim must usually be renewed roughly every three years or the right may lapse.
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Warranty period and ten-year liability: the builder's responsibility in a new build
The warranty period lasts 2 years, the ten-year liability 10. Understand when the burden of proof rests on the builder and when it shifts to the company.
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