What applies to small-house construction?
The Consumer Services Act has special rules for the erection or extension of one- and two-dwelling houses. The work must meet a professional standard and either party may request final inspection.
What the source says
- Section 51: special rules on small-house construction.
- Section 4: professional standard and care for the consumer's interests.
- Section 59: final inspection and approval.
Source rows
- KonsumenttjänstlagenSFS 1985:716 · The Consumer Agency, with the National Board for Consumer Disputes reviewing claims · Retrieved 2026-08-20
- PBLSFS 2010:900 · The municipal building committee, with Boverket as central authority · Retrieved 2026-08-20
For the owner, landlord or seller
The contractor should document changes and additional works in writing as they arise.
For the tenant, buyer or client
Request final inspection; it determines approval and when the guarantee period starts.
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