When building work goes wrong
Building or renovating your home is a significant investment, both financially and emotionally. Whether it’s a long-planned extension, renovation works, or essential repairs, most homeowners expect the job to be completed properly, on time, and within budget.
Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen.
At Ness Gallagher Solicitors, we regularly advise homeowners who find themselves in dispute following domestic construction works. These situations can be stressful and disruptive, particularly when the work is being carried out in your home. Early legal advice can make a real difference.
Some of the most common issues we see include:
- Defective or poor quality work
- An extension that doesn’t match agreed plans or specifications
- Incomplete or abandoned work
- Missed deadlines with no clear explanation
- Contractors failing to return to correct defects
- Cost disputes and unexpected additional charges
- Vague or verbal agreements leading to misunderstandings
- Breaches of contract by builders, contractors, or subcontractors
Construction disputes can escalate quickly if not handled properly. Our role is to protect your position while working towards a practical and cost-effective resolution.
We can help to assess building contracts, quotations, emails, and payment records to establish each party’s rights and obligations and advise you on your legal position.
If there has been a breach of contract or a failure to meet legal standards we can help. Many disputes can be resolved through negotiation, correspondence, or alternative dispute resolution, saving time, cost, and stress. Where resolution isn’t possible, we can guide you through the litigation process and represent your interests robustly.
Delaying legal advice can weaken your position. Evidence can be lost, defects can worsen, and costs can increase. If you are experiencing difficulties with building work on your home, whether it’s an extension, renovation, or repair project, get in touch for advice.