Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Apr 30, 2020 11:18 am Hi, Our build commenced last year & is in the mid way stage now, builder told us that there is a contract price increase as our tender had expired which they didn't raise earlier and are claiming that amount now (25k). Ideally this is raised by builders before the construction begins. Is it correct for them to do this now as this amount was not included in the Bank progress payments. Any information would be helpful, thank you. Re: Builder charging extra 4Apr 30, 2020 1:25 pm ashm Hi alexp79, Thanks for your reply. As per the contract they are pointing out to a tender clause where they can charge us if the tender expired, but my more concern is the time when they are raising this. Hmm. Probably worth taking this case to a good lawyer. It should be cheaper than paying $25K. Re: Builder charging extra 5May 01, 2020 8:51 am It seems to me that they signed off on expired tender which is now contract. If there was increase they should have adjusted the price before signing. It depends on the construction of the contract but it is likely they cannot charge the extra. Obviously someone has to look at it closely. Foremost Building Expert in Australia,assisting with building problems/disputes, building stage inspections,pre-contract review advice for peace of mind 200 blogs http://www.buildingexpert.net.au/blog Re: Builder charging extra 6May 01, 2020 9:14 am The builder may also claim Force majeure building contract Unforeseeable event + ask for cost increases If the contract is terminated by either party I'm not sure how you'll go with builders insurance claim? Unfortunately these are uncertain times Cheers Chris Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Builder charging extra 7May 01, 2020 5:26 pm if this clause already on the contract but you don't like it, find a lawyer ask what you can do; it's not a good idea to stop the contract and find another builder to finish up, but you can always find another quotation to know how much you should pay anyway, next time you sign the contract, you know you'd ask your lawyer to check it first, not a bad thing micwallpaper.com.au Picture your wall to a view It is true that a builder can ignore your independent inspection report as it is not part of the contractual arrangement but that is stupid because he cannot avoid fixing… 9 46870 |