At Is Patent Defect?

Patent defects are construction defects that are open and obvious, meaning that they should be reasonably discovered during a routine inspection. These types of defects can be seen with the naked eye.

What is a patent defect in relation to the law of sale?

Patent defects are those that can be discovered by a reasonable inspection and ordinary vigilance on the part of the purchaser. With respect to these kinds of defects, the ordinary rule is caveat emptor.

What is patent defect in real estate?

In the real estate and construction markets, patent defects are problems with a property that a buyer finds during an inspection. Patent defects are caveat emptor, meaning it's the buyer's responsibility to find and fix them, if necessary.