The building expert intervenes to note the disorders , determine the causes , and assess responsibilities .

Whether it concerns housing, commercial premises or a professional building, our role is to provide a neutral and comprehensive technical analysis in order to defend your interests.

We intervene in particular for:

• Identify the exact nature of the defects (visible defects, hidden defects, design or execution faults);
• Assess the risks and consequences for the occupants and the structure of the building;
• Propose suitable technical solutions and repairs ;
• Estimate the cost of corrective work ;
• Determine possible recourse against the manufacturer, company or seller.

Legal responsibilities and guarantees

In accordance with the provisions of the Civil Code , any builder (contractor, craftsman or project manager) is required to guarantee the proper execution of the work , whether carried out directly or by subcontracting.

Depending on the nature of the disorder, different legal guarantees apply:

• Perfect completion guarantee : 1 year from receipt of work;
• Two-year warranty (or proper functioning) : 2 years for detachable elements of the frame;
• Ten-year guarantee : 10 years for damage compromising the solidity of the structure or making it unfit for its intended purpose.

The project owner (i.e. the owner who ordered and financed the work) may hold the builder liable within these time limits, unless the latter demonstrates that the cause of the problem is beyond his control.

Complete and rigorous expertise

Our mission is to:

• Prepare a detailed technical report , detailing the problems, their causes and the necessary repairs;
• Provide independent expertise to support your amicable or legal proceedings;
• Help you assert your rights against companies, sellers or insurance companies.

Calling on an expert means guaranteeing a fair and objective analysis , to protect your assets and obtain fair compensation.