{"id":34133,"date":"2025-06-12T11:06:52","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T09:06:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/?p=34133"},"modified":"2026-01-26T11:16:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:16:10","slug":"remedial-works","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/baublog\/remedial-works\/","title":{"rendered":"Remedial Works: Meaning &amp; Best Practices in Construction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remedial works are a key concern for everyone involved in construction. Whether you&#8217;re an architect, a contractor, or a site manager, the goal is the same: to <strong>resolve defects quickly and keep the project on track<\/strong>. But what qualifies as remedial work? How can you ensure a smooth process? And what happens if requested repairs are delayed \u2013 or unreasonable?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide provides clear answers for architects, site managers and contractors alike.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id34133_08053a-64 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xl, 4rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);border-top:1px solid #004f74;border-right:1px solid #004f74;border-bottom:1px solid #004f74;border-left:1px solid #004f74;border-top-left-radius:32px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id34133_08053a-64 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.kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid #004f74;border-right:1px solid #004f74;border-bottom:1px solid #004f74;border-left:1px solid #004f74;}}<\/style>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top-left-radius:32px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;background:#eaedf0;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:20px;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{background:#eaedf0;}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb 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.kt-blocks-info-box-text{padding-top:15px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:15px;}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#555555;border-width:0px 0px 0px 0px;padding-top:10px;padding-right:15px;padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:15px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box34133_7908ea-cb\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-left kt-info-halign-left\"><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h5 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Remedial works at a glance<\/h5><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\"><strong>What does remedial work mean?<\/strong><br>Remedial work refers to corrective action taken by the contractor to fix construction defects, ensuring the building meets safety and contract standards.<br><strong>When is remediation necessary?<\/strong><br>Remediation works are necessary when construction defects \u2013 whether minor or serious \u2013 breach contract terms or standards, including hidden faults that may surface later and lead to costly damage or legal disputes.<br><strong>Best practices for site managers and architects<\/strong>:<br>Defects should be documented thoroughly, reported in writing with a clear deadline, and followed up with appropriate action if not resolved within the agreed timeframe.<br><strong>Best practices for contractors:<\/strong><br>Contractors decide how defects are fixed and should communicate proactively, document all actions, and seek partial payment during ongoing remediation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is remedial work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remedial work \u2013 or remedial works \u2013 are <strong>corrective measures taken to fix construction defects or safety issues<\/strong>. The goal is to restore the building or component to a safe, functional, and contractually compliant condition. The scope is wide, ranging from structural repairs to fixing substandard workmanship or addressing safety concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The client or <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/industries\/site-manager-software\/\">site manager<\/a> has the right to request remediation if defects are identified during construction or <strong>within the defect liability period<\/strong> (typically 12 months after completion). Faults must be reported to the responsible contractor, who is obliged to rectify them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if remedial work is refused or not feasible, you may consider these alternatives:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image34133_fe677c-33 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image34133_fe677c-33 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1024x511.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-34183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1024x511.png 1024w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-768x383.png 768w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-480x240.png 480w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-640x319.png 640w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-720x359.png 720w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-960x479.png 960w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1160x579.png 1160w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1440x719.png 1440w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1920x958.png 1920w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options-1536x767.png 1536w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Options.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:4px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:21px;color:#fab500;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:12px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_1472bc-87 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a5fc94-03 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a5fc94-03\"><div class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-single\" style=\"display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center;\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: inline-block; vertical-align: middle;\"><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>1.<\/strong>  Arrange the repair independently and reclaim the cost.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_c64052-c7 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_c64052-c7\"><div class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-single\" style=\"display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center;\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: inline-block; vertical-align: middle;\"><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>2.<\/strong>  Accept the defect and reduce the contract price.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_18fabe-8d .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#fab500 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_18fabe-8d .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_18fabe-8d\"><div class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-single\" style=\"display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center;\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: inline-block; vertical-align: middle;\"><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>3.<\/strong> Terminate the contract (in serious cases).<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a0f52a-dc .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a0f52a-dc\"><div class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-single\" style=\"display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center;\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: inline-block; vertical-align: middle;\"><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>4.<\/strong> Claim damages or compensation for losses and futile expenses.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When are remediation works necessary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remedial works are required whenever construction deviates from the <strong>contract, building regulations, or accepted industry standards<\/strong>. The responsible contractor must correct any defects resulting from their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Depending on the severity<\/strong>, corrections may range from minor fixes \u2013 like replacing faulty fixtures \u2013 to major structural elements or addressing building safety issues (e.g. inadequate fire protection). Such major defects might even render the building unusable if ignored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, <strong>not all issues appear right away<\/strong>. Latent defects may remain hidden for months or years, potentially causing significant damage. They often lead to disputes between contractors and clients, and are a common cause of legal action in construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common construction defects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defects typically arise from design flaws, poor workmanship, material failures, or environmental exposure. Common examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:4px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:21px;color:#fab500;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:12px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_0c9f5f-13 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_b79939-84 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_b79939-84\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">cracks in masonry<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a326d9-b4 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_a326d9-b4\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">damp in basements or lower ground floors<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_ed62a3-cb .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_ed62a3-cb\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">defects in floor screeds<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_0224c5-90 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_0224c5-90\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">leaks or moisture accumulation in roof structures<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_ec506c-09 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_ec506c-09\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">failures in vapour control layers or air barriers<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_d57d82-1d .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_d57d82-1d\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">acoustic bridging<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_77d674-29 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_77d674-29\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">deficiencies in timber elements<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_dcd0c8-3e .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_dcd0c8-3e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">incorrectly sized or calibrated heating systems<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_30db30-33 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_30db30-33\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">plumbing and pipework issues<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_abd795-fc .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_abd795-fc\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">water ingress at door and window reveals<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_5aef73-d0 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_5aef73-d0\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">faulty ventilation systems<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_841bc0-08 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_841bc0-08\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">poor interior finishes (e.g. painting, flooring)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>How to handle remedial works as a site manager or architect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For site managers, <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/industries\/project-management-software-for-architects\/\">architects<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/industries\/civil-engineering-project-management-software\/\">civil engineers<\/a>, properly documenting and reporting defects is essential. This ensures protection in case contractors do not meet their obligations. Here are the most important steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do if a defect is found before handover<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before project handover, <strong>conduct regular site inspections<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/features\/construction-photo-documentation-software\/\">document all defects with photos<\/a>, and maintain clear and structured records. This allows you to address open issues promptly and helps to manage latent defects later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, <strong>pay close attention during handover<\/strong> \u2013 obvious defects must be reported at that stage, or the opportunity to claim them may be lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to report defects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two important principles to consider when reporting defects:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:4px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:21px;color:#fab500;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:12px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items34133_c8757c-be kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_1ca15b-81 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_1ca15b-81\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Always report defects immediately. Timely communication prevents faults from being overlooked in day-to-day operations. Creating a <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/baublog\/snag-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">snag list<\/a> of outstanding issues before handover helps document and prioritise necessary work.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_cc2f2c-0d .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-34133_cc2f2c-0d\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Defects should always be reported in writing. The written notice must include a clear description, supporting evidence, a request for corrective action, and a concrete date or timeframe for rectifying the issue. This avoids misunderstandings and disputes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Setting a reasonable deadline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appropriate deadline for remedial works <strong>depends on the severity of the defect<\/strong>. Minor issues can often be resolved within a few hours, while serious defects that affect the structural integrity of a building may require weeks or even months to rectify.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top-left-radius:32px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;background:#F5E1AD;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:20px;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{background:#F5E1AD;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#333F4C;background:transparent;border-color:#444444;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#444444;background:transparent;border-color:#444444;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-infobox-textcontent h5.kt-blocks-info-box-title{color:#333F4C;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover h5.kt-blocks-info-box-title{color:#333F4C;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-infobox-textcontent .kt-blocks-info-box-text{color:#333F4C;}.wp-block-kadence-infobox.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-text{padding-top:15px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:15px;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#555555;border-width:0px 0px 0px 0px;padding-top:10px;padding-right:15px;padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:15px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box34133_fbadad-d9\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-left kt-info-halign-left\"><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h5 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Rule of thumb: how long should the deadline be?<\/h5><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">A reasonable timeframe for remedial works is typically 14 days. For faults that can be quickly resolved, a shorter period may suffice. For significant issues, the deadline may need to be extended to several weeks or months.<br>Preparatory time and special circumstances must also be taken into account, such as delivery times for additional materials.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to approach remedial works after handover<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The remediation process remains the same, but once the project has been completed, enforcing it becomes more challenging. Notification of defects is only possible <strong>within the defect liability period<\/strong>, and only for latent defects \u2013 those that were not reasonably detectable at the time of completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, <strong>deliberately concealed issues<\/strong> are typically exempt from this rule. In such cases, it may still be possible to assert claims even beyond the standard liability period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What if the contractor ignores the defect notification?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if defects have been clearly documented and communicated, contractors may still fail to respond. If the deadline passes without any action, it is <strong>customary to allow one final grace period<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Follow up with a written reminder<\/strong>, stating that if no action is taken, the defect will be resolved by another contractor at the original contractor\u2019s expense. If there&#8217;s still no response, proceed with the repair and reclaim the costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Follow up with a written reminder<\/strong>, stating that if no action is taken, the defect will be resolved by another contractor at the original contractor\u2019s expense. If there&#8217;s still no response, proceed with the repair and reclaim the costs.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image34133_ca42bf-b4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image34133_ca42bf-b4 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1024x563.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-34186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1024x563.png 1024w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-300x165.png 300w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-768x422.png 768w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-480x264.png 480w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-640x352.png 640w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-720x396.png 720w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-960x528.png 960w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1160x638.png 1160w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1440x792.png 1440w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1920x1056.png 1920w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips-1536x845.png 1536w, https:\/\/bau-master.com\/hp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/remedial-work-meaning-Tips.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The meaning of remedial work for contractors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For contractors, handling remedial works on-site often comes with <strong>several challenges<\/strong>: unjustified blame, unrealistic deadlines, and withheld payments. Here\u2019s how to respond effectively:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who decides how to remedy defects?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can the project manager dictate how remedial work is carried out? <strong>In short: no.<\/strong> The contractor may choose whether to repair or replace a defective element. Also, if the cost of the proposed remediation is clearly disproportionate to the benefit, the contractor may be entitled to refuse it entirely and offer a price reduction instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to do when the remedial deadline is too short?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is to reach out proactively and <strong>explain the actual timeframe required<\/strong> to perform the corrections. The site manager or architect may not be aware of how much effort the work involves. If cooperation has gone well so far, you&#8217;re likely to find a workable solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Should the matter end up in court, it will be judged on a <strong>case-by-case basis<\/strong>. If you can clearly demonstrate that it was impossible to complete the work within the given timeframe, the decision is likely to be in your favour.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top-left-radius:32px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;background:#F5E1AD;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:20px;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{background:#F5E1AD;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#333F4C;background:transparent;border-color:#444444;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#444444;background:transparent;border-color:#444444;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-infobox-textcontent h5.kt-blocks-info-box-title{color:#333F4C;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover h5.kt-blocks-info-box-title{color:#333F4C;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-infobox-textcontent .kt-blocks-info-box-text{color:#333F4C;}.wp-block-kadence-infobox.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-text{padding-top:15px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#555555;border-width:0px 0px 0px 0px;padding-top:10px;padding-right:15px;padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:15px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#FFFFFF;background:#0C557A;border-color:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box34133_7b4378-36\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-left kt-info-halign-left\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_lightbulb kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M272 428v28c0 10.449-6.68 19.334-16 22.629V488c0 13.255-10.745 24-24 24h-80c-13.255 0-24-10.745-24-24v-9.371c-9.32-3.295-16-12.18-16-22.629v-28c0-6.627 5.373-12 12-12h136c6.627 0 12 5.373 12 12zm-143.107-44c-9.907 0-18.826-6.078-22.376-15.327C67.697 267.541 16 277.731 16 176 16 78.803 94.805 0 192 0s176 78.803 176 176c0 101.731-51.697 91.541-90.516 192.673-3.55 9.249-12.47 15.327-22.376 15.327H128.893zM112 176c0-44.112 35.888-80 80-80 8.837 0 16-7.164 16-16s-7.163-16-16-16c-61.757 0-112 50.243-112 112 0 8.836 7.164 16 16 16s16-7.164 16-16z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">A well-structured documentation plays a key role in disputes and legal matters. Always keep detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/features\/construction-daily-log-software\/\">site logs and daily records<\/a>!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Withheld payments: what is fair during ongoing remediation work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Withholding the entire payment due to a defect is considered excessive <strong>and may breach fair payment provisions or contractual obligations<\/strong>. Doing so could quickly drive a contractor into financial difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, both parties <strong>should aim for a fair and balanced solution<\/strong>. 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This is <strong>achieved easily with modern digital tools<\/strong>. Such platforms centralise project information, streamline communication, and allow real-time updates on remedial works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A practical example of <a href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/features\/construction-defect-management-software\">construction defect management<\/a> with BauMaster:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. The site manager documents the defect.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site manager notices a missing transition strip between parquet and tiles during a site inspection and logs the issue in the BauMaster app \u2013 with location, photos, and a deadline. The <strong>task is created in under 30 seconds<\/strong> and assigned to the responsible contractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. The contractor sees the task on their dashboard.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The contractor views the task details, confirms receipt, and <strong>proceeds with the corrective action<\/strong>. Once complete, they upload proof and mark the task as \u201cready for review.\u201d The site manager is automatically notified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The site manager confirms completion.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site manager briefly checks whether the issue has been resolved and marks the task as \u201ccompleted.\u201d Both parties can now seamlessly return to their daily operations. Tasks can be filtered by status, both within the project and across multiple projects. This <strong>creates comprehensive defect reports<\/strong> \u2013 for the whole project or individual trades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. The task is completed with full transparency.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone stays informed, <strong>without endless phone calls or back-and-forth messages<\/strong>. The process is transparent, efficient, and fully documented \u2013 providing a reliable record if questions arise later.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns34133_80a3dd-df{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#FFFFFF;background:#1D252E;border-color:#0C557A;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#FFFFFF;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns34133_80a3dd-df .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#004F74;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns34133_80a3dd-df\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn34133_dfe7c6-0f.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn34133_dfe7c6-0f.kb-button{color:#FFFFFF;background:#C40079;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:4px;border-bottom-right-radius:4px;border-bottom-left-radius:4px;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn34133_dfe7c6-0f.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn34133_dfe7c6-0f.kb-button:focus{color:#FFFFFF;background:#333F4C;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn34133_dfe7c6-0f kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-fill kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/bau-master.com\/gb\/registration\/\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Get started free<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modern remedial work is safe, fast and efficient<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defects are a <strong>normal part of any construction project<\/strong> \u2013 even the most careful contractor can make a mistake. But by following the best practices outlined in this guide and relying on collaborative digital tools, it is possible to handle any issue constructively and without delay. In the end, it is the joint commitment of all project partners that ensures a successful outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-34133_716aba-10 .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-34133_716aba-10 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-34133_716aba-10\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ \u2013 Frequently asked questions on remedial works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is an example of remedial work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common example of remedial work in construction is <strong>repairing a leaking flat roof<\/strong> that was improperly sealed during installation. 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