A dispute with your builder can be a stressful, drawn-out process – one that can’t always be resolved through mediation.
You may need to escalate your dispute through a legal channel such as the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
In a VCAT case, an expert opinion is required to support your application.
Evidence at VCAT can be presented in one of two ways – either through a report prepared by a suitably qualified person, or by providing expert witness testimony.
The Home Inspection Hub has extensive experience in assisting our clients in guiding, preparing and supporting clients through the VCAT process.
Find out more about going to VCAT
We will arrange for our inspector, a qualified architect, to prepare a comprehensive VCAT-compliant legal document, which outlines the issues/defects in dispute, stating the facts and including his expert opinion to support your case.
View a sample VCAT report from The Home Inspection Hub.
We can also have our inspector attend your VCAT hearing as an expert witness to provide fair and unbiased evidence.
What’s the first step?
If there is a defect or issue at your property that is causing concern, the first step is to contact us and arrange a special purpose inspection.
What kinds of issues do we investigate with special purpose reports?
- Cracking
- Structural issues
- Non-compliance with building standards and poor workmanship
- Leaking and dampness
- Roof defects
- Mould and moisture damage
Find out more about the kind of issues and defects we uncover during a special purpose inspection in our Special Purpose Inspection Case Files
We can provide an independent assessment of the situation in the form of a comprehensive report which outlines the issue and makes suggestions for repair or recommendation.
Addressing an issue early may save you the cost of expensive repairs or replacement down the track.
If the situation escalates to a dispute with your builder, we can assist by arranging a VCAT report or expert witness testimony.
Ready to book?
Get the ball rolling by sending us a free quote request, or contacting our office using the contact methods below.
If you need a different kind of residential building inspection in Melbourne, Geelong or Central Victoria, we can also assist.
We carry out:
- Pre-purchase house inspections
- Building and pest inspections
- New home construction inspections
- Owner builder defects (137b) reports
- Renovation inspections
- Tax depreciation schedules
- Contract review
Call: 1300 071 283
Email: info@thehomeinspectionhub.com.au
