Monthly Archives: June 2012

Building a new home? Does project management deliver?

Some people consider using project management contract as a way to retain control over their building project, flexibility to make changes and to save money that otherwise would be builder’s profit. But does it deliver? There is no doubt that … Continue reading

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Expert Witness evidence in VCAT prevails! Contractor wins judgment for payment 100%!

In this case a tiling contractor was not paid approximately $9000 for allegedly defective work and was facing trumped up owner’s counter claim of more than $70, 000, enough for anyone to get a splitting headache. The owner, a qualified … Continue reading

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Building Inspection could save your life, and the life of your family!

Yesterday I was commissioned to carry out defect inspection on a two year old home. Whilst inspecting I came across three smoke alarms on the upper level that were non functional. Owner has taken them down to replace the battery … Continue reading

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