Implied Warranty – Purchase of an Incomplete New Residence #226
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By Gerry Neely B.A., LL.B. When a buyer contracts to purchase a residence before construction of it is complete, the law implies a warranty in favour of the buyer that the work will be done in a good and workmanlike manner, the materials will be suitable and the building will be fit for habitation. The warranty …