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timtaylorrr17 Aug 2012 19:51Hello
We are currently building a house with a developer. Each row consists of 5 houses. Today, I noticed a serious crack in the ceiling of the first floor. Unfortunately, I am not an expert and have no experience with construction.
As a precaution, I have already scheduled an appointment with a very knowledgeable building inspector for next week.
Nonetheless, and not least for peace of mind, I would like to hear your opinion on whether these cracks are cause for concern.
Description of the ceiling according to the construction specifications:
The floor slabs are made of reinforced concrete according to the structural calculations. The undersides of the ceilings are finished to be ready for wallpapering (Q2). The topsides are finished according to DIN 18202 (Table 3, Row 2) to receive the floor covering.
I have attached photos.
Thank you very much for your help!
We are currently building a house with a developer. Each row consists of 5 houses. Today, I noticed a serious crack in the ceiling of the first floor. Unfortunately, I am not an expert and have no experience with construction.
As a precaution, I have already scheduled an appointment with a very knowledgeable building inspector for next week.
Nonetheless, and not least for peace of mind, I would like to hear your opinion on whether these cracks are cause for concern.
Description of the ceiling according to the construction specifications:
The floor slabs are made of reinforced concrete according to the structural calculations. The undersides of the ceilings are finished to be ready for wallpapering (Q2). The topsides are finished according to DIN 18202 (Table 3, Row 2) to receive the floor covering.
I have attached photos.
Thank you very much for your help!
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Häuslebauer4018 Aug 2012 05:59If the cracks are not concerning, then they probably never will be.
I don’t know how it is where you are, but I would also involve an expert in this case. However, what can happen is that no matter what the expert finds, you might not be able to take any action. In many contracts, ownership of the property only transfers to the buyer upon handover or full payment. If this is a defect, your developer might be required to fix it. They are only obligated to deliver a defect-free handover, not a defect-free construction phase.
If you confront the developer aggressively, they might even deny you access. But this depends on the contract and the many small-print clauses.
I would have the issue inspected, and at handover, have an expert check that the repair has been properly completed. Only then can you take action if necessary.
I’m not a lawyer or construction professional, this is just what I would do, in my opinion.
If you confront the developer aggressively, they might even deny you access. But this depends on the contract and the many small-print clauses.
I would have the issue inspected, and at handover, have an expert check that the repair has been properly completed. Only then can you take action if necessary.
I’m not a lawyer or construction professional, this is just what I would do, in my opinion.
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