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Construction Defect Laws in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma construction defect claims are governed by the general 2-year statute of limitations for tort (12 Okla. Stat. § 95) and a 10-year statute of repose from substantial completion (12 Okla. Stat. § 109). Oklahoma has a Construction Industries Board licensing specific construction trades (roofing, plumbing, mechanical). Oklahoma's Oil and Gas boom has produced substantial construction activity and associated defect litigation. The Oklahoma Consumer Protection Act may apply to residential construction disputes.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

State law

Statute of Limitations

2 years; 10-year statute of repose12 Okla. Stat. §§ 95, 109

2-year general statute for property damage and tort. 10-year statute of repose bars actions against designers, builders, or contractors more than 10 years after substantial completion.

State law

Key Oklahoma Statutes

Oklahoma Construction Industries Board59 Okla. Stat. §§ 1680 et seq.

Licenses specific construction trades (roofing, plumbing, mechanical/HVAC, electrical). Oklahoma does not have a statewide general-contractor license.

Mechanics' and Materialmen's Liens42 Okla. Stat. §§ 141 et seq.

Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers may file mechanics' liens against improved real property. Filing deadline: 90 days (general contractor) or 4 months (subcontractor) from last furnishing.

Oklahoma Consumer Protection Act — Residential15 Okla. Stat. §§ 751 et seq.

OCPA may apply to residential construction disputes, providing enhanced remedies.

Implied Warranty of Habitability (New Home)Oklahoma common law

New-home builders impliedly warrant that the home is reasonably fit for habitation.

State law

Official Sources

Oklahoma Construction Industries Board Oklahoma Legislature

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