Beginning of house construction - cladding has cracks

Good morning,

We already have a massive problem at the start of the construction phase. Two days after signing the contract with the construction company, the facing bricks for our home (Wienerberger Westminster) were ordered. The delivery time was about 6 weeks. During that time, however, earthworks were carried out, the foundation was made, walls were built, etc.
Last Thursday (June 11), the facing bricks for the entire house were finally delivered amidst joyful anticipation. However, upon opening the packages, it quickly became clear that the joy was short-lived. Almost all the facing bricks have cracks from being fired too long. After my construction company reported the defect, apparently others have followed suit. Probably over 200,000 bricks are affected. However, we were the first to notice it. Now Wienerberger is quoting a delivery time of 3-4 months. According to the construction company, nothing can be done on the construction site during that time. In addition, rental costs continue and the construction site lies idle.

In your opinion, how should and can we proceed here?

Best regards, Daniel

Morning

Since, I suspect, nothing was agreed with the supplier for such a case, compensation for damages looks bleak.

I would look for alternatives.

Olli

The contact person is the construction company after all (or did you order it yourselves?) - I would first look for a (financial) solution there.

Apart from that, definitely look for an alternative for me - there is not only that company and other mothers also have nice daughters. Take a look at ABC - also interesting in terms of price.

The cladding has been ordered by the construction company. But can we claim financial compensation? If yes, from whom? I'm afraid it won't be that simple...

Yes, talk to the construction company - communication is the most important thing. And look for alternatives - the construction company can’t work miracles and you should also do damage control. Windows can’t be ordered then either - everything else will be delayed as a result.

Is there a promised completion date and compensation based on that if it is not met?

Basically, it is his problem how he finishes the house on time.

The missing facing brick does not prevent progress being made in other areas. In this respect, there is certainly not a complete construction pause because of it.