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Building Dispute in VCAT, my client wins! Brickwork Defects.

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Building Expert

Recently my client had a win in VCAT getting substantial award against the builder for defective brickwork. Despite having no experience and no funds to bring me along as expert witness she took on the case and won through sheer … Continue reading →

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What is a building contract? do you know what you are getting into?

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Building Expert

It always amazes me that many people, even if they are well educated, will sign off on a building contract without understanding and thinking less than buying shoes. Then in a fit of blindness of common sense they will just … Continue reading →

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What’s the difference between property inspection report and Building Expert’s report?- piece of mind

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Building Expert

This week I inspected a home for a lady who bought it just three months ago. She called and wanted a second opinion on some issues that troubled her. She did get a pre purchase report before buying and the … Continue reading →

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