Suing Builder For Workmanship

Summary

In Texas, you may have the right to sue your builder for poor workmanship under the Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA). The Act allows homeowners to sue builders for defects in the construction of a home. You need to provide the builder with a written notice 60 days before filing a lawsuit. The builder has the right to inspect and offer to repair the defects. If your warranty period has expired, you may still have rights under the RCLA. However, its important to consult with a lawyer to better understand your options. Note that there may be a statute of limitations for filing a claim.

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I want to know if I have any opportunity to sue the builder of my home because of bad workmanship
Hello Fernando, to better assist you I need to know your location as laws may vary depending on the place. Also, do you have any warranty or contract with the builder?
Give me a moment
Hello Fernando, I understand your concern. Can you please share your location as construction laws vary by state? Also, do you have a warranty or contract with the builder?
I live in Texas
Hello Fernando,
In Texas, you may have the right to sue your builder for poor workmanship under the Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA).
- The Act allows homeowners to sue builders for defects in the construction of a home.
- You need to provide the builder with a written notice 60 days before filing a lawsuit.
- The builder has the right to inspect and offer to repair the defects.

Please consult a lawyer for personalized advice.
The warranty we had was for one year.
Hello Fernando, if your warranty period has expired, you may still have rights under the RCLA. However, it's important to consult with a lawyer to better understand your options. Note that there may be a statute of limitations for filing a claim.