Building Defect

As an owner, building defects can cause emotional stress. And they can lead to legal disputes.

It’s important to seek independent advice on building defects from an impartial professional who can help you save time, money and legal hassles.

Surety provides advice on a wide range of building defect issues. Indeed, we’re the only firm of our type in our area of operation that has a building consultant accredited with the Master Builders Association who specialises in defect and expert witness reports.

Our expert inspectors examine all types of defects, including those that have:

1. appeared but have not yet got progressively worse (for example, a roof leak)
2. been caused by the quality of workmanship of a builder or tradesman (for example, renovations or improvements)
3. started to proceed to a tribunal for mediation.

Surety provides two levels of building defect service. We provide an onsite inspection and then you choose whether you want to:

• simply discuss our findings with you onsite
• have us write a formal report on findings. 

Professionalism you can count on

Surety is a member of the Master Builders Association and the Housing Industry Association. We’re fully insured (including professional indemnity insurance).

Our inspectors are trained and experienced in all aspects of the industry and will give you the best possible advice.

Other benefits

	Best possible advice.
	Unbiased, independent inspections, to let you know where you stand.
	Clear and concise reports, complete with photos—that you can take back to a tradesman, builder or lawyer.
	Quick service—our thorough reports are ready within four to five days from the time of the inspection.
	Convenient online access—you have access on our website.
	MBA accredited building consultant on staff—with expertise in the field of defects.
	Approachable and attentive service—our consultants are available to discuss the inspection outcome with you after the inspection is completed.

Questions or place an order?

To organise your building defect, simply complete the order form and receive a online booking discount. We will contact you within 24 hours or during the next business day.
 
To have your questions answered, simply complete this short contact form and well contact you within 24 hours or during the next business day.