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
Understanding the Risks of Kickbacks in Project Building
Kickbacks in project building create conflicts of interest, compromise quality, and foster distrust. This article explores how these unethical practices impact building supervisors and clients, leading to substandard work and hidden costs.
Variations
Variations in residential construction often lead to disputes due to "grey variations"—terms understood by builders but unclear to clients. Common examples include edge protection and rock removal. Builders should transparently incorporate foreseeable costs into contracts.
21 Tips That Will Save You Thousands
Explore these 21 practical tips to save thousands on your home construction project. From selecting the right site to conducting thorough inspections and choosing cost-effective materials, each tip is designed to help you avoid costly mistakes and make informed decisions.
Part 2: A concrete pathway repair
Part 2 of our concrete pathway repair series provides a detailed account of the repair process. From preparation to post-pour photos, we cover every step, highlighting crucial aspects like subgrade preparation, reinforcement, and control joints.
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.
