Types of construction defects in swimming pools
Construction problems in the swimming pool of a homeowners’ association or detached house can be serious: water loss due to breakage, cracks, hairline cracks, or a tilting or sinking pool caused by differential settlement. If you have any of these problems, you should seek advice in order to claim against those responsible.
Sloping pools
If the still water level does not line up with the lines of the tiles, the pool shell may have sunk.
Water loss in pools
Water that is lost always goes somewhere, and it can be quite dangerous depending on where it seeps.
How to claim for swimming pool construction defects
To claim for construction defects in a swimming pool, an expert report must first be issued. Contact us so that an expert architect can visit your home and draw up a report with a valuation of the damage to your pool. On the basis of this report, and provided you are within the time limit, you can then sue those whose poor workmanship caused the damage.
Builder’s liability for poorly built swimming pools
Swimming pools are normally built either by the construction company or by a subcontracted company that specialises in installation. Either way, they incur contractual liability to the owner for the execution of the pool if it has been poorly built. In that case, legal action against those responsible is possible. Get advice.
If you have other problems, such as bad odours from pipes, damp, poor acoustic insulation or damage to the installations, do not delay in seeking advice to claim for them. At DPCON we offer you legal advice to claim for this damage.
If you have any questions, please contact us.