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Useful tips for building contractors to avoid disputes with customers.

Useful tips for how building contractors can avoid disputes with their customers.

Independent Building Control vs Local Authority Building Control These are some reasons why we chose Independent Building Control over Local Authority: ·       Independent firms can offer more flexibility in terms of inspections and approvals. ·       Expertise: Specialized knowledge may be available for specific projects. ·       Quicker Response: Independent bodies may provide faster responses than local authorities. Local Authority Building Control: ·       Processes may be slower due to high demand. ·       Limited flexibility compared to independent options. What criteria do you use to select Independent or Local Authority Building Control? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝟯𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹☎️: https://lnkd.in/e29EVTw5 #safetyfirst #construction #protection #business #engineering #safetytips #security #compliance #healthandsafety #regulations #monitoring #entrepreneur #propertydevelopment #propertyinvestment #propertyinvestor #propertydeveloper #propertymanagement #refurb #renovation

Your success in real estate investing or building will depend mainly on the right contractor. In my two and a half years of being in this business I have gone through: 1. The deceptive contractor 2. The inexperienced contractor 3. The "cut corners" contractor 4. The "trying to charge way too much" contractor 5. ...and yes, the very good contractors I have spent thousands of dollars on my mistakes. You don't have to. Watch and share how to navigate the contractor mess.

The #BuildingSafetyAct addresses the need for enhanced safety measures in the construction industry and sets forth guidelines and regulations to ensure that buildings meet specific safety standards, both during the construction phase and throughout their lifespan. Whilst we can’t yet be sure what the reality is of the amended building safety act, one thing we can be certain of is that it will delay sales, so if you’re looking at buying or selling, make sure you act early to reduce the ongoing impact on the sales process. We have covered this topic in depth on our website, which we invite you to read here to understand this highly technical and very fast-moving area. https://lnkd.in/efgHWEQB #stalbans #stalbansbusiness #stalbanslawyer #stalbanssolicitor #solicitor #solicitors #legaladvice #lawfirm #commercialproperty #firsttimebuyer

⚠ Important Industry Update ⚠ There are some important updates regarding the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill 2023. The bill sets out to impose a multitude of changes that will have a significant impact on builders, independent contractors and subcontractors. We've attached a document provided by Master Builders Australia summarising what this means for businesses and tradies. Have your say by visiting https://lnkd.in/eKkHgjtY where you can sign the petition to defend the rights of contractors to be their own boss. Please share this with members of your network that could be potentially affected. #adxdepot #buildingindustry #industryupdate #haveyoursay

Did you miss our recent webinar – “Managing Hazardous Building Materials on Construction Projects”? You can now watch a recording of the 1.5-hr webinar, where Hazardous Materials, Project Manager, Emily Balfour presented an overview on the management of hazardous building materials during construction projects. This webinar delved into the critical aspects of handling asbestos, designated substances, and more, including how to identify them prior to construction, understanding the latest regulations and guidelines, and ensuring the safety of your workers and the success of your projects. Click here to view the recording - https://lnkd.in/gpxGwQPM #webinar #hazardousmaterials #construction #guidelines #regulations #WorkingTogetherMakingThingsBetter

Don’t let unlicensed contractors harm your community! Your safety matters, and unlicensed contracting activity puts it at risk. If you spot unlicensed contractors in action, report them! Call or email a SWIFT office in your area to report unlicensed and unscrupulous construction activity! Your report can make a difference. #ReportUnlicensedContractors #SafetyFirst #ProtectYourCommunity #CaliforniaHomes #LicensedContractors

The Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations have introduced an extensive and wide-ranging regulatory regime affecting all businesses involved directly or indirectly in the construction and real estate sectors. There are extensive commercial and regulatory risks involved. Our Partner in the corporate team, Clare Hanna, outlines what the risks are and how to manage them. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3BLRwIy #PrivateEquity #CorporateLaw #RealEstate

Let's talk 10 year maintenance plans for Sectional Title Schemes… what is essential? 1. Most important: It is the law- The Sectional Title Schemes Management Act No. 8 of 2011 (STSMA) 2. The Trustees are obliged to prepare The Maintenance, Repair & Replacement Plan (MRRP) for common property in writing. This should include the following: • Major capital items: valuable items that are expected to require maintenance, repair & replacement within the next 10 years • Current state: The current state/condition of repair of major capital items; • Time: The estimated time when those items or the items' components will need to be repaired, repaired or replaced • Estimated cost: The estimated cost of the maintenance, repair & replacement of the items' or its components • Life expectancy: The expected life or longevity of those items/components after maintenance, repairs or replacement • Other: Additional information the Body Corporate deems relevant 3. A reserve fund that is used to implement the MRRP How we can assist Bodies Corporate We provide a basic & affordable professional estimate of the maintenance costs that complies with Sectional Title legislation. Our offering is designed to assist the Sectional Title Industry to move towards compliance with legislation to the Sectional Title Act. Our services include life-cycle cost analysis, a 10-year forecast of maintenance, repair and replacement costs as well as a corresponding reserve fund forecast & contribution schedule. We also offer building audits that reveal structural defects, rising damp, exposed asbestos, roofing & guttering problems, plumbing & electrical issues & the existence & damage of termites & borers. Call our team of experts on 011 675 2595, or visit our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/diMPJHGh #Curasure #10YearMaintenancePlans #PropertyOwners #BodiesCorporate #ManagingAgents #BuildingMaintenance #PropertyMaintenance #SectionalTitleSchemes #SectionalTitleLivingInSouthAfrica #NationalAssociationofManagingAgents @nama.org.za #PreventativeMaintenance #waterproofingexperts #communityschemesombudservice @SectionalTitle&HOAAssistance