Notice of Right to Cure
​Wisconsin Homeowner Construction Rights

Under Wisconsin law, homeowners are required to provide a contractor with written notice and an opportunity to cure any claimed construction defect before initiating legal action. This process is commonly referred to as the “Right to Cure.”

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Under Wisconsin law, if a homeowner believes there is a construction defect in work performed on their property, the Right to Cure process must be followed before a lawsuit or arbitration can be filed.
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1. What “Right to Cure” Means
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Before a homeowner can take legal action over alleged construction defects, they must first:

• Give the contractor written notice describing the issue
• Allow the contractor a period of time to inspect and attempt to fix the problem

This is required by law for construction work in Wisconsin.

2. What the Homeowner Must Do

If a customer believes there is a problem, they must:

• Provide written notice to the contractor
• Describe the construction defect specifically
• Include enough detail so the contractor understands the complaint

This notice must be delivered before any legal action is pursued.

3. What the Contractor Can Do

Once proper written notice is received:

• The contractor has the opportunity to inspect the claimed defect
• The contractor may propose to repair, replace, or otherwise address the issue
• The contractor must act within a reasonable timeframe

This gives the contractor a chance to resolve issues before the homeowner pursues formal legal remedies.

4. Why This Matters

This law is meant to:

• Promote early resolution of disputes
• Reduce unnecessary lawsuits
• Give contractors a fair chance to fix issues identified after installation

If the homeowner does not provide written notice and allow an opportunity to cure, they may not be able to proceed with litigation.

5. Key Takeaways

• Written notice is required before legal action.
• The contractor gets a chance to inspect and fix the claimed issue.
• This applies to construction defects in Wisconsin.

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What This Means for You

​If you believe there is a concern with work performed, Wisconsin law provides a structured process:

1. The homeowner must provide written notice describing the claimed defect.
2. The contractor has the right to inspect the condition.
3. The contractor may offer to repair, replace, or otherwise address the issue within a reasonable time.

This process is designed to promote resolution before disputes escalate.

Our Commitment

At Pave Black Asphalt, we stand behind our work.

If concerns arise, we will review them promptly and professionally. Our goal is to evaluate the issue, determine the cause, and propose a reasonable solution consistent with the terms of the contract and applicable law.
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We believe most issues can be resolved through clear communication and proper process.

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Important Legal Notice

Before pursuing litigation or arbitration relating to an alleged construction defect, Wisconsin law requires compliance with statutory notice procedures.
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Failure to follow these procedures may affect legal rights.

For complete details, please refer to Wisconsin Statutes governing construction defect claims.

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Questions?

If you have questions regarding your project or the Right to Cure process, please contact our office. We are committed to addressing concerns in a professional and structured manner.

​Wisconsin Right To Cure: https://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Programs/UDC/RightToCureLaw.pdf