
{"id":4404,"date":"2020-02-14T14:38:50","date_gmt":"2020-02-14T19:38:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/hidden-defect\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T16:02:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T20:02:01","slug":"hidden-defect-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/en\/services\/real-estate-lawyer\/hidden-defect-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Hidden Defects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/hidden-defect-real-estate-lawyer-in-montreal-sabbagh-associe.jpg&#8221; min_height=&#8221;450px&#8221; max_height=&#8221;900px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;150px||150px|&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;50px|0|50px|0&#8243; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; 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In both cases, the seller is liable. To help you with this process, call on our team of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/en\/services\/real-estate-lawyer\/\">real estate lawyers.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Why Contact our Law Firm for a Hidden Defect?<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12032 alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/avocat-vice-cache-immobilier-sabbagh.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/avocat-vice-cache-immobilier-sabbagh.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sabbagh.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/avocat-vice-cache-immobilier-sabbagh-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The discovery of a hidden defect after the real estate transaction\u00a0is a frequent problem.\u00a0We have\u00a0assisted several\u00a0clients who\u00a0discovered hidden defects\u00a0after the sale\u00a0of the property.\u00a0Our many years of experience in real estate law allow us\u00a0to successfully fulfill the mandates entrusted to us.\u00a0Our\u00a0role\u00a0is\u00a0to protect the consumer and to help him during legal action after he discovers the hidden defects.\u00a0Otherwise,\u00a0our real estate lawyers are\u00a0able\u00a0to provide advice and defend the seller.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What Is a Hidden Defect in Quebec Real Estate Law?<\/h2>\n<p>A defect is a flaw that reduces the quality of a building. The defect must be serious enough to prevent the owner from using or enjoying their property fully and normally.<\/p>\n<p>Quebec law protects the buyer if the defect is serious enough that, had they been aware of it before the purchase, they would not have bought the property or would have negotiated a lower price. A hidden defect is therefore a defect that is not visible during the purchase process. In fact, there are three main criteria for distinguishing a defect from a hidden defect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A hidden defect is not apparent and cannot be identified by a simple examination.<\/li>\n<li>A hidden defect is unknown to the buyer.<\/li>\n<li>A hidden defect existed at the time of purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The seller is liable for hidden defects, even if they were not aware of them at the time of sale. However, the seller cannot be held liable for apparent defects and visible damage. 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It\u2019s at this stage that our real estate firm lawyers come. The first meeting will offer you advice that guides you whether you are the seller or the buyer.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>For the Seller<\/h3>\n<p>Regardless of if the seller was aware of defects in their property, they can still be held responsible for hidden defects.\u00a0Thus, he will receive a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.educaloi.qc.ca\/en\/capsules\/demand-letters-giving-notice-legal-action\">demand letter<\/a> and legal proceedings.\u00a0To help the seller,\u00a0our real estate lawyers\u00a0analyze\u00a0the\u00a0situation and produce an effective defence strategy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>For the Buyer<\/h3>\n<p>Usually, it\u2019s the buyer who contacts us for hidden defect problems. In principle, the buyer asks us for legal expertise to highlight defects in buildings. Our real estate lawyers take care to request that the relevant court manage this step. Then, we advise you on the reporting case.<\/p>\n<p>If you request a cancellation of the purchase, our real estate law specialists will use wisely relevant jurisdiction based on their legal expertise. 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