Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Poor quality plumbing work 6Jan 13, 2016 7:05 pm 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: Poor quality plumbing work has to stay - not happy 7Jan 13, 2016 8:14 pm Ultimate Homes PERTH '13 Dec Council App '14 Jun Slab '15 Jun Lockup Dec PCI '16 Jan Feb PCI 9 wks ago - still NOT in viewtopic.php?f=31&t=80759 Re: Poor quality plumbing work 11Jan 14, 2016 2:53 pm Your independent building inspector should be telling you that notwithstanding self-certification, workmanship fails skill and care test and is therefore in breach of builders warranties and defective. This leads me to believe that he doesn't know and has no idea how to help you or you would not be asking here.[/quote] Hi building expert I rang QBCC today and apparently there is a big difference between defective and poor quality work. Currently the sink does not leak so it passes but the poor quality work could become defective. I want to get QBCC involved because I am very worried the poor quality plumbing work will cause problems down the track. Also, what new home owner should have to accept such appalling quality work in a brand new home? My builder, Hallmark Homes, promises quality homes and attanetion to detail on their website but are more than happy to hand over to me a house with poor quality work. Honestly, I am fed up with their attitude. In my experience roof is essential element of the building envelope and hence a common property and should be covered by owners corporation however a detailed review of… 3 6168 For anyone that comes across this issue in the future - Just did what aussieta said and found a plumber to inspect it and sign off on it. Was difficult to find someone to… 3 7025 5 3775 |