Dry and Wet Rot Decay occurs in unprotected household timbers, fences and out buildings that are subjected to damp. Fungal spores that are always present, multiply and develop in these conditions until eventually the timber is destroyed. Fungal attack can be serious requiring immediate attention to avoid very costly structural repairs. There are two main …
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After last month’s column on various lengthy and legal aspects I would like to concentrate on some D.I.Y. (do it yourself) know how, this can be interesting and we encourage our readers to participate with their own experiences which we will publish. But before we continue I have had an email from an Electrical contractor …
You can help to avoid a dispute by taking the time to go through your contract thoroughly, and by getting all agreements in writing. However, due to the complexity of building work, disputes can still arise. If a problem occurs, you should first try to resolve it yourself. Contact your tradesperson, explain the problem clearly …
When the Trades person or Builder uses you property:- When you are having work done on your home, make sure you come to some agreements about how your property is to be treated. It is a good idea to place these agreements in writing before works begins. Set down things in your contract like:- what facilities …
INSPECTIONS AND ACCESS TO THE SITE:- During Construction the building surveyor from the local council may check from time to time that the works is being done according to council regulations. However this does not ensure that the work being done is in accordance with the terms of the contract. To ensure that you are getting …
WHEN IT IS NOT ENTIRELY THE TRADES PERSONS OR BUILDERS FAULT:- If The delay in obtaining the licence and other official approvals is caused by you or by both of you or by something beyond the control of either of you, then there are several option. 1) The contract can remain as is or both parties …
RECEIVING the official approvals: If a Building Licence is required by your local council then work can not commence until a licence has been issued. You should contact your local shire to find out if the particular work that you are about to commence needs a licence. If you need one then you and the person …
BEFORE YOU SIGN THE CONTRACT:- The home Building Contract Act specifies that the person doing the work for you, must give you special notice before the contract is signed. This standard notice is called “NOTICE FOR THE HOME OWNER” and explains the main parts of the Act so that you fully understand your rights and obligations …
CHOOSING YOUR WORKERS:- Devote some time to making a careful choice. One of the most reliable ways to find a good tradesperson is by word-of-mouth. Ask your friends for recommendations, visit recently completed projects or ask the inspector for a list of recent clients. The experience of other people can be an excellent guide. You can …
Over the next couple of weeks we will look at the revised laws that apply if you are Building a home or improving your property. We will give you extracts from the home owners guide to the Home Building Contracts Act put together by the Minister of Consumer Affairs and we will analyse and explain …
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