Yes & No In New South Wales, for example, Clause 22 of the NSW builders contract clearly states that the builder is only required to insure the works HE does. …
3 Vital questions you MUST ask your builder before renovating!
Its great, you are about to start, the renovation is going to look great, BUT…….. Is your home insured? Sure, the builder has insurance & you have home and contents …
When cheap is expensive
When buying Owner Builder Insurance Everyone wants the cheapest price but in assuming all Owner Builder policies are the same will cost the Owner Builder in the event of a …
Quantity surveyors may be liable for deficient valuations – LM Investment Management v BMT
Colin Biggers & Paisley Pty Ltd – by Julian Mellick, Teodor Lomaca, Kyle Berger In brief – Property development financier successfully sues for breach of duties Quantity surveyors who overvalue …
Leaks, water damage can be major cost for apartment owners
Property Observer – Robert Caulfield Water leaks and water damage have been highlighted as a common and major maintenance issue for apartment buyers and owners, which can cost thousands of …
Do Builders have a duty of care to the homeowner when renovating?
Seems an odd question to ask. Of course builders have a duty of care. Builders care about their clients…and any employees or sub-contractors on the books. It is the builders’ …
Who is responsible for insurance for Pre-existing property during House Renovation and Extension Building works
Article by Reef Coast Construction Just whose responsibility is it, to arrange insurance cover for pre-existing buildings and their contents, during House Renovation and Extension Building works? This is a …