Under a traditional form of procurement , after the construction works are certified as ‘Practically Complete’, there is normally a ‘Defects Liability Period’ (typically between 3 months and a year). Any defects must be recorded at the end of this period, and rectified by the Contractor. At this stage we will compile a schedule of defects for rectification by the Contractor.

A retention is held from the Contractor until the end of the Defects Liability Period. Once the Contractor has rectified any defects we will issue an Architect’s Certificate for the payment of the retentions. At the end of this stage, once the Contractor has fulfilled their obligations, we will issue the Final Account and our Final Certificate for the Works.