Building a new house can be exciting and stressful. Our guide aims to provide you an insight into the building process. Be informed before you enter into any building contracts.

“Timber shortage” is a term you would have heard throughout the last few years across Australia, more specifically in Victoria. The construction industry has taken hit after hit; however, the timber shortage is one of the most significant challenges builders and owners are currently facing.

Both structural engineers and building inspectors can conduct pre-purchase inspections. Although both will have overlapping areas of knowledge and methods of inspection, there are a few key differences in what their reports will focus on and what conclusions each profession can provide.