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Opinion
Everyone has an opinion, and here’s ours. With a touch of humour, we explore residential construction and life’s quirks, surrounded by like-minded folks.
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Residential Construction Quality in Australia: Problems and Solutions
Why so many new Australian homes have defects, from skills gaps to rushed schedules, and the practical steps homeowners and the industry can take.
Mastering Home Construction: Stage Gates and ITP Processes for Superior Quality
Discover how to elevate home construction quality using project management's stage gates and Inspection Test Plans (ITP). We look into each stage gate, from land selection to builder's warranty expiration, outlining how ITPs integrate into each phase for quality control & project success.
How to Find a Builder You Can Trust: 7 Signs to Check Before You Sign
Plenty of homeowners have lost faith in builders, and some with good reason. But good builders are out there. Here are seven things you can check before you sign to tell them apart.
Condensation and Mould in New Homes: What the NCC Now Requires and What You Can Do
Condensation and mould are turning up in new Australian homes. Here's why it happens, what NCC 2019 and 2022 now require, where the gaps remain, and what you can do about it.
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