Home Owners Services
Bannermans Lawyers as a property specialists endeavours to assist both strata and home owners.
We understand that there are many times in purchasing, owning and selling home that you may require legal support.
We endeavour to assist you in a cost effective and timely manner and happy to offer a free 15 minute initial consult at the beginning of your matter.
Services we offer home owners include:
Building Contract Advice
We offer advice for homeowners looking to enter into building contracts both small ($5,000 - $20,000 in value) and large (over $20,000) for:
- Building new homes (from start to finish)
- Renovations
- Repairs and maintenance
- Design work
We can provide specialist advice on standard form contracts and bespoke contracts and navigating problematic issues and pitfalls.
Remember - Residential contracts are heavily favoured to builders and therefore advice should be sought before entering into them!
Building Contract Disputes
We can assist with navigating contractual disputes in relation to contracts of all sizes including the following common issues:
- Completion and performance of works
- Suspension or stoppage of works
- Timing and delivery of works
- Claims for incomplete or defective works
- Commercial arbitration
- Security of Payment claims and monetary disputes
Most importantly as of recent legislative changes, the Security of Payment regime now applies to residential work and therefore it is important that security of payment claims are responded to promptly.
Check out our articles on Security of Payments for some tips and updates on the legislation.
Building Defect Claims
Bannermans Lawyers understands the frustrations and concerns when owners discover building defects. With our team of knowledgeable experts we help all types of properties, from multi storey unit blocks to free standing homes. Our goal is always to resolve your defects in a timely and cost effective manner.
We specialise in assisting homeowners with Building Defects claims including:
- including complaints and Tribunal and Court proceedings
- alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
- Advice on applicable statutory warranty periods
- Home Building Act 1989 advice
- 10 year Retrospective rights advice
