{"id":16294,"date":"2025-12-23T13:22:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T12:22:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.white-baos.com\/?p=16294"},"modified":"2025-12-23T13:22:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T12:22:41","slug":"building-contract-outstanding-payments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.white-baos.com\/en\/building-contract-outstanding-payments\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Contract in Spain. Rights and Obligations of the Parties. Execution Issues. Outstanding Payments. Legal Advice."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Building contracts are fundamental in the construction and renovation of all types of property, but their execution involves responsibilities and risks for both contractors and clients. Before signing a building contract<\/a>, it is essential to understand the rights and obligations of each party. This helps prevent disputes, ensures the work is carried out correctly, and guarantees that payments are made in accordance with the agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contractor and Client. Rights, Obligations and Risks.<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In a building contract, the obligations of both parties are clear. The contractor undertakes to deliver a specific result, while the client is obliged to pay the agreed price. Spanish law governs these contracts under Articles 1542 to 1546 of the Civil Code<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contractor is required to perform the work according to the terms of the contract, using appropriate materials and ensuring both functional and aesthetic quality. The client, for their part, has the right to demand performance in accordance with the contract and, in the event of non-compliance, may choose to terminate the obligation, claim damages, or withhold payment until the work conforms to the agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This reciprocity of obligations forms the basis of contractual action and the potential application of the \u201cexceptio non adimpleti contractus\u201d<\/em> \u2014 a legal principle that; simply put, allows one party to withhold payment if the other fails to fulfil their contractual obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Issues in Practice.<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typical disputes arising under building contracts include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

.- Delays in completion of works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

.- Defective execution<\/a>, whether relating to materials or functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

.- Disagreements over payment for additional or modified works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

.- Assessment and justification of damages caused by incorrect execution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continuous supervision of the work and clear drafting of the contract<\/a> is essential to avoid conflicts, or to ensure that, if disputes arise, they can be resolved effectively. At White-Baos Lawyers, we have extensive experience in civil contracting and advise clients on drafting and reviewing building contracts. We ensure that contracts comply with the law, clearly define the obligations of each party, and include mechanisms for resolving potential disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recent Court Success in our Law Firm.<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Recently, our firm represented a client in a case where the contractor sought \u20ac10,000 for works carried out. After a thorough review of the contract, payments already made, and defects in the executed works<\/a>, we successfully obtained a judgment dismissing the claim in full. Our client was absolved, and the claimant was ordered to pay costs. The full, anonymised judgment can be viewed by clicking here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n


<\/u><\/strong>Specialised legal advice is crucial for preventing disputes in building contracts and protecting your rights in the event of claims. At White-Baos Abogados, we are experts in this area and can assist in ensuring the proper execution of works and defending clients against any legal claims.
Contact us<\/a>, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The information provided in this article is not intended to be legal advice but merely conveys information relating to legal issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carlos Baos (Lawyer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

White & Baos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tel: +34 966 426 185<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E-mail: info@white-baos.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Building contracts are fundamental in the construction and renovation of all types of property, but their execution involves responsibilities and risks for both contractors and clients. Before signing a building contract, it is essential to understand the rights and obligations of each party. This helps prevent disputes, ensures the work is carried out correctly, and […]<\/p>\n

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