Anthony Painter
Anthony is a construction professional with more than 24 years of experience in residential construction with a bachelors degree in Construction Management + Cert 4 in Waterproofing + WHS Officer
New Home? Focus on Solar, Batteries and Efficiency Not Electric Cars
Building a new home? Shift your focus from electric vehicles to the real game-changer: how you power your home. Emphasize efficiency, solar, and battery storage to lessen grid dependence. An energy-efficient home not only saves money but also paves the way for a sustainable future.
Residential Building Variations: What Homeowners Need to Know
Building your dream home? Understand the intricacies of residential building variations. From design changes to unforeseen issues, variations can impact your project's cost and timeline. Dive into the guide to navigate the variation maze with confidence
How to Protect Yourself From Dodgy Builders: Demand Construction Details
Saving for your dream home? Before signing, demand detailed construction plans. Some builders might cut corners, jeopardizing your vision. From roof to plumbing, know how it's built. Don't leave your dream to chance; demand details for confidence
Why Contract Administration Matters for Your Project Home
Building a dream home? An experienced contract administrator is your advocate, ensuring that every detail aligns with your vision. From overseeing plans to resolving issues, discover how they can turn your construction journey into a smooth adventure.
C15: Your Ultimate Painting Inspection Checklist (from design to execution)
You don't need to be a painter to ensure a top finish on your new home. In this post we walk you through our painting checklist to help you oversee your builder's painting work, protect your investment, and ensure a best result.
C14 Checklist: The Homeowner’s Guide to Ceramic Tile Design & Installation
Planning ceramic tiling in your new home? The C14 Ceramic Tile Design & Installation Checklist is your step-by-step guide to getting it right the first time. From material selection to installation quality checks, we break it down so you can protect your investment and avoid costly rework.
C12 The Fixing Stage Checklist: Your almost done!
The fixing stage is when plasterboard, cornices, joinery and tiling lock your home’s interior in place. I’ll walk you through the C12 Fixing Stage Checklist that helps you inspect gyprock, joinery, eaves, and tiling to avoid future issues.