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building-expert posted:Small claims owner builder
Gaudi is right, a tribunal is likely to find that the person that accepted your quote is an agent of the owner, so list both on your application.
Mirrmu83 is…
building-expert posted:Settling a dispute with engineer
I am not familiar with NSW but in Vic you can make a small civil claim in VCAT (it should be the same in NSW)
It is worth doing so because…
building-expert posted:Appreciate your comments on the quality of this brickwork (p
It is true that common brickwork is allowed greater tolerances than face brickwork and it does not have functionality of appearance however all builders work falls under builder's warranties, Vic…
building-expert posted:Which stage is best for arranging an Building Inspector
Before you sign building contract
Your most important inspection is pre contract review
building-expert posted:Metricon using our build as a display home to sell more home
I think Steve4216 has a good point. Why would it matter to you?
In any case builder is in charge of the site until handover and if they want to show…
building-expert posted:Henley slab heave
There is about a dozen factors, each can cause slab heave on its own or in combination with others. You need a proper diagnosis from someone who has seen it…
building-expert posted:Henley slab heave
can you post some photos of your house movement and cracking
building-expert posted:Conflict of Interest
Building Act in Victoria specifically prevents Building Surveyors from having a pecuniary interest in the project, so in VIC it would be illegal. I think it would be reasonable to…
building-expert posted:Builder demands $201,118 for non compliant defective work
It seems to me that the flooring change should have been a subject of an amended building permit in which case BS would have had the opportunity to review the…
building-expert posted:Load baring double and triple studs
Two questions for your engineer
1 Response in writing
2 If the requirement is critical why wasn't it detailed?
building-expert posted:Roof flashing not built into brickwork???
The other problem you have is if there is another weep hole to the right of photo 3 it will be behind flashing and leak
building-expert posted:Roof flashing not built into brickwork???
The flashing fixing detail is not compliant, contact plumbing commission if you are in vic
building-expert posted:Load baring double and triple studs
Unless there is engineering detail requiring continuity of double studs then your chippy is right. Common house frame construction involves blocking between floors. In any case in Victoria, building surveyor…
building-expert posted:Underpinning works and renovations
I would recommend you have your home inspected by experienced building consultant to determine the condition and ive you advice. A good building consultant has likely seen your type of…
building-expert posted:HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB
Nice idea old chippy but I have been around long enough to know how easily self certification can be corrupted.
Have a look at self certified roof plumbing and box gutters…
building-expert posted:HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB
Yes it may seem annoying to need a permit to do almost anything but as a builder and property inspector with thousands of homes inspected for pre purchase let me…
building-expert posted:Advice on the Pre-Completion Inspection
What you posted is visually unacceptable workmanship. You should get your own independent inspection because there may be other issues with your home
building-expert posted:House slab
Separate concrete pours mean there is a construction joint and that may create a termite entry risk
building-expert posted:Digging under house slab
You will need a building permit if your pool holds more than 300mm of water, it will be deemed a child drowning risk and pool fencing will be required.
building-expert posted:Should l use only a licensed builder
You will run the risk of getting the builder that either cannot be registered due to lack of skill or has been de registered for wrong doing to customers. Why…
building-expert posted:Raising house on concrete slab
You will need to overcome compliance issues, start with an architect or a good building designer
building-expert posted:Water pooling against house and pathway issues
have you considered roofing over?
building-expert posted:Opening up roof and sarking for wiring: common practice?
How come there is no access manhole for roof space?
building-expert posted:Door Issue
The gap is not acceptable and there is a need to keep the weather out, it will not meet performance requirements of NCC and the energy report. ECO ECO is…
building-expert posted:What to do when the builder refused to rectify the defects?
The kitchen elevation shows continuous bench top with no free standing cooker.
Either the drawing is wrong or the specification, in any case it's builder's mistake if builder provided the drawings.
Mistake…
building-expert posted:Renting out primary residence as holiday house
There are a lot of things to consider
If your property is unique you may get a higher rental, if not then you may be competing with many mediocre location properties…
building-expert posted:Brand new house - Rising damp issue
If you are in Melbourne I can assist you
building-expert posted:Building closer to the bay in VIC
You have to remember that a building surveyor will ensure compliance (minimum standard) but you can always and should do more. Your building designer should be able to advise your…
building-expert posted:Building closer to the bay in VIC
The closer you are to the breaking surf then more corrosion you can expect. My cottage is 4m from king tide and breaking surf (Frederick Henry bay Tas) and I…
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