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Defects report

A major area of concern in the building industry is building defects & the quality of workmanship performed by tradespeople & builders. This factor can make a significant difference to the overall value of your home and will determine who your home performs throughout seasonal changes potentially adversely affecting the lifespan of your home.
Workmanship is all about quality and how much time and effort is put into a job. It directly reflects the skill level and if they are careless or don't follow protocol then you might end up with a problematic finished product or one that lacks the quality you anticipated.

The quality of the work begins with the conscious effort of contractors to execute the required specifications of the project. Unskilled workers and unsuitable materials are some of the things that lead to poor workmanship.

EXAMPLES OF POOR WORKMANSHIP:
- Incorrect or substandard structure
- Incorrect Installation of products and materials
- Incorrect water-to-cement ratio
- Improper plumbing
- Poor concrete compaction

RESULTS OF POOR WORKMANSHIP:
- Corrosion
- Premature degradation of building elements resulting from inadequate protection from the weather or proximity to the ground.
- Mould development due to moisture retention within building elements
- Plumbing problems such as water leaks, leaking showers, leaking balconies, leaking basement walls, etc.
- Inadequate or substandard electrical wiring
- Cracking in foundations and walls
- Leaking roofs

Poor workmanship can cause problems early on in the homes life which will mean hefty expenses for you.

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