korjausvastuut

Korjausvastuu refers to the obligation to arrange, perform, and pay for repairs needed to restore a fault, defect, or wear to a system, building, product, or service so that it functions as intended. It can arise from contractual agreements between parties or from statutory duties, and it may cover actual repairs, replacement, or compensation for damages caused by faulty work or materials.

In Finland, korjausvastuu is most commonly discussed in housing, construction, and consumer contexts. In housing and construction, the responsible party for maintenance and major repairs is typically defined in contracts, tenant agreements, or housing association rules. For example, landlords often bear responsibility for structural repairs and major systemic faults, while tenants handle routine upkeep unless the agreement states otherwise. In new construction, contractors may be liable for defects identified within a defect liability period, and subsequent remedies are governed by the contract and applicable law.

In consumer relations, korjausvastuu often intersects with warranty and consumer protection. The seller or manufacturer may be obliged to repair, replace, or compensate for defects within the scope of a warranty or statutory rights. The exact obligations depend on the contract, the nature of the defect, and the applicable consumer laws.

Claims and procedures typically require timely notification, documentation of the fault, and a reasonable repair window. If the responsible party fails to repair, remedies may include repair, replacement, price adjustment, or termination of the contract, subject to legal and contractual provisions. Korjausvastuu is distinct from takuu (warranty), which is a contractual promise about future performance, whereas korjausvastuu encompasses broader duties arising from law or contract.