Labor Shortage in Construction Industry Causing Workmanship Issues
Labor Shortage in Construction Industry Causing Workmanship Issues
Our team at the Naumann Law Firm would like to share with you some bullet points highlighting the latest news in the construction industry.
Many factors continue to contribute to the labor shortage. Attempting to get a contractor to timely bid a project is very difficult. We are aware of situations where certain trades are 6-8 weeks out from getting on site to visually bid a project.
“The unemployment subsidy disincentivized workers returning. However, before the pandemic good paying sectors — construction, manufacturing, and tech — reported a skilled worker shortage.” – Reginald Jones, Jacob Center for Neighborhood Innovation.
Contractors are very much aware of their demand. Many rush through jobs to move on to the next one. The proper oversight could be lacking. Additionally, they may not be as willing to remedy any issues as they have so much work lined up.
Our firm receives calls weekly about improper workmanship performed by contractors. This ranges from individual jobs like HVAC all the way through full development of a townhome or condominium project.
Often, contractors are paying their labor in cash, under the table. This can also lead to unskilled labor working on your home.
According to the US Labor Department, construction employment was down in the month of June, the only tracked employment statistic not gaining workers.
Homebuilder confidence remains strong. It is down just slightly in some areas. But according to the Housing Market Index chart, is down to 80 from 81 last month. Any number over 50 is considered positive. We expect builders to continue new projects throughout the county.
If your developer “cuts corners” and you find yourself with a construction defect, do not wait to report it. You may be able to pursue and claim damages. To learn more about this topic, click our construction defect litigation page.
The Naumann Law Firm represents homeowner associations, high/mid-rise condominium and condominium conversion associations, single and multifamily residential homes and commercial property owners in construction defect litigation. The Naumann Law Firm has over 37 years of experience handling significant construction cases with complex issues.
If you need more information on construction defects, visit our construction defect litigation page. To contact us, call 844-492-7474 or visit our San Diego construction defect contact page.
We also practice Los Angeles construction defect litigation, Orange County construction defect litigation, Riverside construction defect litigation, and San Bernardino construction defect litigation.