{"id":3326,"date":"2025-12-22T17:23:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T22:23:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/genispec.com\/blog\/why-do-new-constructions-increasingly-contain-hidden-defects\/"},"modified":"2026-01-26T16:32:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T21:32:02","slug":"why-do-new-constructions-increasingly-contain-hidden-defects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genispec.com\/en\/blog\/why-do-new-constructions-increasingly-contain-hidden-defects\/","title":{"rendered":"Why do new constructions increasingly contain hidden defects?"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||4px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto||auto|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(3,110,140,0.06)&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;5px|5px|5px|5px|true|true&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|5px|10px|5px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#036e8c&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 1.5em;\"><strong>Key takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hidden defects in recent buildings mainly result from fast-paced execution, insufficient quality control, and fragmented construction teams.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">These concealed issues directly threaten the value of condominiums and create unexpected funding needs.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">A rigorous engineering inspection, based on the actual condition of building systems, helps identify weaknesses before they become costly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-checked=\"false\" aria-level=\"1\">A syndicate that regularly adjusts its reserve fund study and complies with mandatory inspections significantly reduces the risk of emergency special assessments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Why do recent buildings show more hidden defects?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>New constructions increasingly present defects<\/strong> that are not visible at first glance. Accelerated schedules, multiple subcontractors, and deadline pressure create quality gaps that only become apparent after a few winters.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Yossi Elmaleh&#8221; job_title=&#8221;Engineer at Genispec&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/genispec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/genispec-icon.png&#8221; quote_icon_color=&#8221;#036e8c&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cSeveral fa\u00e7ade defects originate from components that were specified in the plans but never installed or were incorrectly positioned, then concealed once the cladding was closed.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p>Materials also behave differently during the early years of a building\u2019s life.<strong> Freeze-thaw cycles<\/strong> quickly reveal installation errors, inadequate drainage, or insufficient anchoring. As a result, newer buildings accumulate hidden defects faster, while condominium owners have no practical way to detect them on their own.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>In short, defects in recent buildings mainly stem from:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fragmented execution where information does not circulate properly between teams.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing, poorly installed, or non-compliant anchors.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defects that cannot be identified without exploratory openings.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of theoretical service lives that do not reflect actual site conditions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New building envelopes that conceal weaknesses until the first climatic cycles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What risks do these defects pose for condominium owners and the reserve fund?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hidden defects create a <strong>dangerous gap between what the reserve fund study anticipates and what the building actually requires<\/strong>. An unstable fa\u00e7ade, poorly designed drainage, or prematurely deteriorating cladding can trigger major repairs well before scheduled timelines. When the reserve fund is underfunded, the condominium corporation <strong>must impose a special assessment that is difficult to absorb<\/strong>, especially for recent buyers with limited financial flexibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Property value is also affected. Buyers routinely review the health of the reserve fund and assess its ability to cover future work. An insufficient fund signals elevated risk. Added to this is the legal responsibility of the syndicate if a defect poses a danger to the public or if a required inspection was not completed.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>The main risks for condominium owners include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unexpected special assessments tied to repairs brought forward in time.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A reserve fund that depletes too quickly and loses its protective function.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A decline in unit value, as properties are perceived as riskier to purchase.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal exposure if an unstable fa\u00e7ade element causes an incident.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term loss of budgetary control for the entire syndicate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How does an engineering inspection help detect and document these defects?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Assessing actual condition rather than theoretical service life<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An engineering inspection is not based solely on standardized figures. It begins with a precise <strong>diagnosis of the building\u2019s current condition<\/strong>. Genispec approaches this as a full building condition assessment. The engineer evaluates real wear, material performance, and emerging defects. This snapshot directly influences the syndicate\u2019s financial projections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Targeted verification of the building envelope (masonry, anchors, fa\u00e7ades)<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The envelope is where hidden defects are most frequently found. Fa\u00e7ade inspections <strong>required under bill 122<\/strong> must document masonry, attached elements, and anchoring systems. In this context, a <a href=\"https:\/\/genispec.com\/en\/building-inspection\/residential-structural-engineer\/\">commercial building inspection<\/a> provides a level of analysis that is particularly useful for mixed-use condominium buildings, as it addresses both the envelope and essential building systems.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Three-step approach: visual, close-range, and tactile<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genispec follows a progressive method. The inspection starts from ground level to identify early signs of deformation. It then continues from balconies or platforms to closely examine critical areas. Finally, the engineer descends by rope to physically touch, open, and verify structural components. This approach reduces uncertainty and produces well-documented findings.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Rigorous adjustment of reserve fund projections<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each technical finding alters financial planning. A roof may last longer than expected, while a cladding system may reach the end of its service life sooner. A <a href=\"https:\/\/genispec.com\/en\/building-inspection\/prereception-inspection\/\">pre-reception inspection<\/a> helps identify installation errors at the outset, before they become costly for the syndicate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This stabilizes reserve fund projections during the early years and helps avoid unpleasant surprises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How can a syndicate prevent financial surprises?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Regularly updating the reserve fund study based on real conditions<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>A fund based solely on theoretical service lives quickly becomes outdated. Regular updates ensure alignment with the building\u2019s actual condition and reduce the gap between projected and real expenses.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Prioritizing urgent interventions before they become critical<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>A minor crack in masonry can escalate rapidly. Early intervention limits repair costs and protects building safety.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Complying with mandatory inspections to ensure regulatory compliance<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Meeting legal inspection requirements protects the condominium both from a safety and financial standpoint. A compliant building inspires confidence and reduces the risk of disputes.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Treating maintenance as an investment rather than an expense<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>A well-structured reserve fund becomes a resale asset. Buyers value buildings where contributions are realistic and interventions are well planned. Maintenance supports the long-term durability of the collective asset.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/genispec.com\/en\/contact\/#form&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Contacter Genispec&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#036e8c&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_on_hover=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;dark&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-29px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||1px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#036e8c&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-21px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Genispec&#8221; position=&#8221;Consulting engineering firm based in Qu\u00e9bec&#8221; facebook_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Genispec\/&#8221; linkedin_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/genispec-inspections-inc\/&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#036e8c&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; position_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; min_height=&#8221;280px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|0px|0px|||&#8221; border_style_all_image=&#8221;none&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p>Genispec is a consulting engineering firm made up of building engineers who are members of the OIQ. We offer specialized services in fa\u00e7ade and underground parking inspections in accordance with Law 122, as well as reserve fund studies and maintenance logs as required by Law 16. We also conduct inspections of commercial, multi-residential, industrial buildings, and condominiums. In addition, we provide building condition certificates and pre-delivery inspections.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>All our reports are validated by a qualified engineer. Every article published on our website is reviewed and approved by a qualified member of our team to ensure the technical accuracy of the information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key takeaways Hidden defects in recent buildings mainly result from fast-paced execution, insufficient quality control, and fragmented construction teams. 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