Hidden defects: expert report

hidden defects are defects that were not visible at the time of purchase and that affect the use, safety or value of the purchased item. an expert report allows you to technically prove that these defects exist, that they were already present before delivery and that they reduce the usefulness of the property, premises or vehicle.

This section collects the articles available on hidden defects in the scope of PG Gabinete Pericial. It is designed so that you can understand the concept, identify if your situation fits, and know what information you should prepare before requesting the report.

What you will find in this category

• Legal and technical concept: what a hidden defect consists of and why it differs from an apparent defect.
• Practical delimitation: when a defect can be considered hidden and when it cannot.
• Usual areas: homes, commercial premises and second-hand vehicles.
• Guidative deadlines: References from the Civil Code and consumer regulations, always to be checked with your lawyer.
• Technical tests: what tools the expert uses to prove the existence of the defect.

How to use this guide

We recommend that you first read the article on the general concept and then the one that best suits your specific case: home, premises or vehicle. If you have doubts about claim deadlines, also consult the corresponding section and, in any case, compare the legal strategy with a trusted lawyer.

Scope of expert report

an expert report by hidden defects describes the detected defect, its technical origin, its estimated age and the extent of the damage. It also proposes, when appropriate, the necessary repair and its assessment. The objective is to provide a solid technical basis for an extrajudicial claim, a negotiation with the selling party or a court proceedings.

For the usual steps to commission the report, see the Process section or the Hidden defects page. To speak directly with Pablo Gómez Thoren, registered court expert no. 846 (AEPEJU), you can go to Contact.