Construction Defects

Successful multifamily remediation requires more than a technical repair. Owners must coordinate phasing, residents, access, temporary protection, concealed conditions, budgets, and daily operations.

Repeated sealant, coating, window, or interior repairs may be treating the visible damage rather than the path allowing water into the building. Here are the warning signs property owners should recognize.

A sound building-envelope report identifies the failure. The next challenge is turning those findings into a defined scope, realistic budget, occupied-building phasing plan, and contractor-ready path to construction.

Controlled destructive testing can reveal how an exterior wall failed—but only when openings are carefully selected, documented, protected, and coordinated. Here is what construction-defect counsel should understand before field investigation begins.

A key part of facade risk management is recognizing common causes of failure. These include water infiltration, material degradation, structural movement, and installation errors. Each of these factors can compromise the facade’s integrity if not addressed properly.

Failures in exterior envelope systems often stem from a combination of design flaws, material issues, and installation errors. This article explores the most common causes of these failures, highlights practical examples, and offers guidance on how to avoid costly problems.