Residential Issues

Buying a new home for many can be realization of a life long dream come true.  For others, it can be a nightmare.  

Oftentimes, issues and defects in the construction of a home do not become apparent until sometime after the home is built and is moved into.  Whether the homeowner has any rights against the builder may depend on the contract, the plans and specifications of the home, possible applicable building codes and when the defects were noticed.

When a contractor fails to perform a contract for construction or fails to complete the project, the owner may be entitled to damages sustained.  

Have you discovered problems with your new home?  Call now for a free initial consultation to discuss your rights and options and a discussion of the damages that may be available.

A Home Improvement license is required to be held by a remodeling contractor for remodeling projects in several counties in Tennessee, depending on the cost of the project.   

The license requires among other things that the contractor have a record of previous experience of the contractor, evidence of bonding and insurance, whether the contractor's license has ever been suspended or revoked, and whether any past or pending litigation has been filed against the contractor. 

In the event the contractor has not obtained a license when required to do so, you may be entitled to certain relief from the licensing board, and certain civil penalties.  In addition, if the contractor engages in certain prohibited acts, you may be entitled to relief under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act.

Do you feel that your remodeling project has been performed improperly?  Call now for a free initial consultation.

When buying a house, whether in connection with a move to a new area or due to a change in housing needs, it is often recommended to hire a home inspector.

And while doing so is a generally a good idea, be certain to understand the level of expertise of the inspector, the scope of the inspection that will be performed, and the level of services that will be provided.  Oftentimes, the inspector will rely on only minimal standards required  by law, and will attempt to limit their damages.

Many contracts attempt to limit the inspectors damages to the price of the contract, set forth limited time frames to file a claim, and attempt to prescribe the jurisdiction and venue of where the claim can be filed and resolved. 

Have you moved into a newly purchased home after having a house inspection performed, believing everything to be fine only discoverying otherwise?  Call now to discus your rights.

Under Tennessee Law, sellers are  generally required to prepare and provide a good faith disclosure regarding the condition of the property, including any material defects known to the seller.  The seller however, is not required to undertake or provide any independent investigation of the property nor is any disclosure required where the owner has not resided in the property at any time within three (3) years prior to the date of transfer.

Whether you have rights against the seller of a home that has defects discovered after the sale will depend on a variety of factors.  Call now to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your home problems.

Call now to schedule an appointment to discuss your house buying and building issues.  

Free initial consultation.  Weekday office appointments between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. are available by calling  and scheduling at (865) 392-5936.