Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum Re: Owner Build - Inspection Report Issues 21Nov 01, 2013 10:34 pm ismithers it is a pity that report was written with so much jargon, I'm having a little trouble deciphering it myself! Let me see if I can add some clarity; * Rendered foam padding used on the external walls is not DTS. Foam cladding systems need to be tested and they are then a deemed to satisfy DTS solution under the BCA. The foam system in your case is an untested product. some building elements have not been properly flashed A metal cap on top of a foam wall, or the metal tray around a chimney is a flashing, basically an impervious product to keep the water out from one surface to another. - External paving….needs a certain depth and sloop per 100mm. The BCA calls for a 50mm slope over any surface within one metre of a building. this is probably the most neglected regulation of all, occurring on hundreds of sites annually. I will be interested to see how things progress. @builderforlife Building inspector and passionate about construction When you need an expert to take a look. Re: Owner Build - Inspection Report Issues 22Nov 02, 2013 12:20 am builderforlife The BCA calls for a 50mm slope over any surface within one metre of a building. this is probably the most neglected regulation of all, occurring on hundreds of sites annually. This + non compliant roof drainage. 3in1 Supadiverta. Rainwater Harvesting Best Practice using syphonic drainage. Cleaner Neater Smarter Cheaper Supa Gutter Pumper. A low cost syphonic eaves gutter overflow solution. Re: Owner Build - Inspection Report Issues 23Nov 02, 2013 12:24 pm Don't forget defective ceiling insulation, illegal additions and poor swimming pool safety 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 Sorry but you have a crap builder. Probably too late now. For our last build I only spoke to builders who would allow me easy access (at no cost). I used my own sparky… 10 9843 If so what were the "special circumstances" under which it was granted? "Note: If the development consent is for 'dual occupancy' an owner-builder permit can only be… 0 14084 Waiting for the interest rates to go down is also waiting for the building prices to go up, you will likely lose. Perhaps you can get the builder to lock up stage, but… 4 3691 |