Craftsman damages front door - How is he liable?

Thank you for the lively participation. So can I summarize it like this:

Yes, he has to ensure that the damage is repaired or cover the repair costs. But I am not allowed to withhold it; instead, he or his insurance must pay directly or reimburse me separately?

What is the scope of the repair?
Patching up or a new door? Sounds more like the latter.
I wouldn’t be too thrilled about that as a craftsman either.

Replacement of the aluminum shell on the outside and on-site painting of the affected inside part. So not a complete replacement.

Of course, you can offset the claims. However, you are not allowed to withhold the entire invoice amount but only the amount of the damage.

§387 Baugesetzbuch

of course you can offset the claims. But you are not allowed to withhold the entire invoice amount, only the amount of the damage. §387 Baugesetzbuch

No, he can't. Those are two different processes. But show me the damage. Why is the architect acting so stupid, or is he on the opposing side? :rolleyes:

Nope, the claim must be fully valid and without objection. However, the craftsman will have this. That's why I said the OP would need a title, then it would work. Then the processes would also be irrelevant.

No, he can't. These are two different processes. But show the damage. Why is the architect acting so stupidly, or is he on the opposing side? :rolleyes:

Yes, he can. The craftsman does not deny the claim and is liable for damages. He can also demand remediation from the craftsman – then he could even withhold double the amount.

Um, yes. He does not deny having caused the damage, but he does dispute the amount of the damage and thus the claim. The claim is therefore not fully effective. It would only be so with a title.