In a recent statement posted on LinkedIn, David Chandler, the NSW Building Commissioner, shed light on a critical issue plaguing the construction industry: the gap between factory-made products and compliant on-site installation. He remarked, ‘’Our experience is that there is a long way between the factory product and compliant installation on-site. Manufacturers do not take… Continue reading Bridging the Gap Between Product Warranty and On-Site Installation
Author: ib_admin
Tackling water-related building defects: an expert view
For some Australians, the dream of owning their own home is becoming a nightmare as they deal with the ramifications of poor waterproofing. Fosroc ANZ speaks to industry leader and Managing Director of Waterproof Awareness, Byron Landerou, for his take on the current waterproofing crisis in Australia – what’s caused it and how it can be… Continue reading Tackling water-related building defects: an expert view
Rotting balcony crisis looms as ‘next big problem’ for Victorian homes
Thousands of Victorian balconies are rotting and at risk of collapse. Thousands of balconies on Victoria’s buildings are quietly rotting, at risk of collapse and causing water damage inside homes, according to industry insiders, who warn the state faces a building crisis. Download full article here
NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler set to receive more powers to tackle defects
Australian homes are experiencing significant water damage and resulting health risks, with many homeowners often unaware of the hidden dangers. For some Australians, the dream of owning their own home is becoming a nightmare as they deal with the ramifications of poor waterproofing. By Alexander Lewis ABC News. Posted Sun 19 Nov 2023 at 5:09am Sunday 19… Continue reading NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler set to receive more powers to tackle defects
Drenched to the Core: Major Waterproofing Problems Plaguing Residential Homes
[vc_row kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Unfortunately, water ingress is a very common problem. Due to water leaks, there are thousands of homes across Australia left with a range of issues from major extensive and costly structural damage to constant damp and proliferation of mould. by Paul Evans Immediate Past President – Australian Institute of Waterproofing (AIW) 2016-2022 Managing/Director Findlay-… Continue reading Drenched to the Core: Major Waterproofing Problems Plaguing Residential Homes
Australia’s leaky building crisis – what’s to be done
Australian homes are experiencing significant water damage and resulting health risks, with many homeowners often unaware of the hidden dangers. For some Australians, the dream of owning their own home is becoming a nightmare as they deal with the ramifications of poor waterproofing. At Fosroc ANZ, we are heavily invested in seeing strong waterproofing outcomes… Continue reading Australia’s leaky building crisis – what’s to be done
Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” gap=”20″ kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 70px !important;background: #ffffff url(https://www.swaytheme.com/static/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/Gradient.jpg?id=) !important;background-position: 0 0 !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;}” el_class=”bg-section” css_tablet_landscape=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1661238692799{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_row_inner kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1687835568818{padding-top: 90px !important;padding-left: 180px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 100px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][tek_sectiontitle st_title=”Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond” st_title_tag=”h1″ st_subtitle=”Live event tailored to elevate the design… Continue reading Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond
Understanding the NCC 2022 and How to apply AS3740 – 2021
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” gap=”20″ content_placement=”top” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1708991531456{margin-top: 70px !important;background: #ffffff url(https://www.swaytheme.com/static/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/Gradient.jpg?id=) !important;background-position: 0 0 !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;}” el_class=”bg-section” css_tablet_landscape=”.vc_custom_1708991531457{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1708991531458{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1708991531458{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_row_inner kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1687835568818{padding-top: 90px !important;padding-left: 180px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 100px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][tek_sectiontitle st_title=”*Understanding the NCC 2022 and How to apply AS3740 – 2021 Webinar Series* May/June”… Continue reading Understanding the NCC 2022 and How to apply AS3740 – 2021
Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” gap=”20″ kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 70px !important;background: #ffffff url(https://www.swaytheme.com/static/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/Gradient.jpg?id=) !important;background-position: 0 0 !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;}” el_class=”bg-section” css_tablet_landscape=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1661238692798{margin-top: 0px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1661238692799{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_row_inner kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1687835568818{padding-top: 90px !important;padding-left: 180px !important;}” css_tablet_portrait=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 100px !important;}” css_mobile=”.vc_custom_1687835568819{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][tek_sectiontitle st_title=”Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond” st_title_tag=”h1″ st_subtitle=”Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and beyond… Continue reading Construction & Waterproofing in 2023 and Beyond
Owners at St Kilda apartment block set to pay $2.6m to fix water-damaged cladding
A total of 36 owners at an apartment block in Melbourne’s southeast have to cough up more than $2.6 million to replace the water-damaged cladding, an article from The Age reported. This is after years of leaks and water ingress that have left the St. Kilda apartment block severely damaged. The water damage was brought… Continue reading Owners at St Kilda apartment block set to pay $2.6m to fix water-damaged cladding