Hi newdev
It is important to have a construction lawyer review your contract before signing, even if certain sections cannot be changed. A…

Hi hebelorbricks
As a general guideline, it is common for residential builds to have a steel allowance of around 10-15% of the total construction…

Hi vivi1907
There is usually full recovery in most states and territories.You may want to consult a specialist construction lawyer in your area;…

Hi SaintSir
If you are in Sydney, you may try Mario Bournelis or Greg James, who are both Building Experts.
Cheers
John

Hi @Phil of Sydney
You can turn up while the workers are there, then you could point out the defects.
Cheers
John

Hi audreamer05
You need to refer to your contract, and your contract would specify whether you need to pay the contractor directly. You…

Hi jezzarose
You may want to refer to your contract to enforce your rights, and if the builder makes a claim for extension…

Hi Glitzz
A change in the price can only be made in accordance with the contract and law. If you believe that…

Hi Jake_
This might help. It’s from the NSW government site and it gives information on the law on fences:
Cheers
John

Hi Calandria
Your contract should have clauses that talk about Variations and how they’re properly made; although typically, they involve an agreement between…

Hi adeez
Building a home is certainly one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, and we know that this comes with a…

Hi cabinetmaker
Exact dates are not typically written in the construction contract, number of days/weeks are. Just the same, delay can be determined…

Hi timlavelle
Yeah, a lot of owners have complained about Metricon. A lot of building disputes also involve Metricon. You should weigh the…

Hi oakleigh
While price increases have been the trend in construction since the pandemic (because supply chain issues), an exorbitant or unconscionable increase…

Hi jake_
This might help. It’s from the NSW government site and it gives information on the law on fences:
Cheers
John

Hi Natalieanne
Since the builder has been deregistered, you can investigate whether or not you can claim on their home warranty insurance. A…

Hi Building2021
Unfortunately, defects are a common occurrence in home building in NSW. A 2019 research published by Deakin University and Griffith…

Hi Danyg
While it’s commonly the case that HIA contracts are drafted to protect their builder-members, it is also true that the pandemic…

Hi beetroot_Juice
Inspections are done by the Certifier at critical stages. If you’re in NSW, you can refer to the Environmental Planning and…

Hi SusieG
I wonder if the contract provides a lawful mechanism for Clarenden to unilaterally increase the contract price. Over the past year,…

Hi Markoov
One option for you is to have your house checked out by a building inspector, who can determine if the pipes…

Hi @natural Stone
You should review your contract with the surveyor to see if you have contractual rights for damages resulting their error. You can speak with your local Government…

Hi larry_z
There are plenty of forums that might recommend reputable builders.
Cheers
John

Hi sophielockwood
From your narrative, it would appear that the Builder has made improper variations. You could look into getting advice from a…

Hi Mohh
One option is to have the property looked at by a building expert. The Master Builder Association has a list…

Hi Bailey86
I suggest looking over your contract and checking to see if there is a mechanism to resolve the issue. It would…

Hi Misschilli
It’s hard to tell when supply will normalize. A guesstimate is material supplies will continue to trickle in at these…

Hi ravenX
I suggest you engage a building inspector who can help you identify the cause of the defect. It’s unlikely that the…