Construction professionals and business leaders may take on projects throughout the year. While the warmer seasons are often when building is most convenient, construction can continue year-round with appropriate planning.
Property owners dissatisfied with the finished product after a construction project could pursue a construction defect lawsuit. Major projects during the winter, autumn and spring might create an increased risk of a specific type of defect claim.
Property owners might blame construction companies or professionals for mold growth in the property after the completion of the project.
Improper material storage can lead to mold growth
Mold development inside a residential property or commercial facility is often the result of improper sealing or plumbing. If windows, doors or pipes leak, the moisture accumulating inside the property can lead to mold growth.
However, even when the pipes are in pristine condition, the doors shut well and the windows seal properly, mold growth could still be an issue due to moisture contained by building materials at the time of their use. Properly storing materials to prevent the incursion of precipitation and keeping the construction site itself dry are both important for the prevention of future mold development.
Especially at the construction site, which may be open to the elements, material storage can play a major role in the risk of future mold growth. Maintaining records of storage procedures and other attempts to prevent water incursion and future mold growth can potentially help business leaders respond effectively to construction defect lawsuits.
Recognizing potential risk factors before they lead to litigation can help construction companies control costs and preserve their reputations. Construction defect claims based on mold growth can lead to expensive rulings if frustrated clients can show that improper construction procedures led to the development of mold at a property.
