You are not alone. This happens more often than you might think, and with the recent Building and Construction boom in the Perth Metro area combined with supply chain issues and overzealous builders, it's important to be protected. One of the most disconcerting scenarios that can unfold during a build is when a builder decides to hike prices unexpectedly. This situation can throw even the most meticulously planned projects into disarray, causing financial strain and project delays. So, why is it crucial to seek legal counsel when faced with such a predicament?
In the dynamic world of construction, building contractors are the backbone of any project. From envisioning grand structures to overseeing the nitty-gritty of construction, contractors juggle multiple responsibilities. Amidst the whirlwind of tasks, one crucial aspect often overlooked is the relationship with subcontractors.
My Builder is in delay completing my home build. I have requested my Builder compensate me for the financial loss I have suffered because of the Builder’s delay. My Builder says that “we have no delay damage clause in our Building Contract and will not pay any amount requested”.
Is the Builder right?
Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract – the State Administrative Tribunal provides clarification in the case of Vadakkumkaraputhaveedu v Kulowall Construction Pty Ltd [2023] WASAT 29 (Kulowall).
PART TWO
Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract – the State Administrative Tribunal provides clarification in the case of Vadakkumkaraputhaveedu v Kulowall Construction Pty Ltd [2023] WASAT 29 (Kulowall).
- My Builder has informed me the building work has reached the stage of practical completion. I am concerned the works are not completed. Can I withhold making the final progress payment?
- Rise of the ‘rise-and-fall clause
- Dating my builder
- Breaking up with my Builder - when can I legally terminate a building contract with the Builder? (Part One)
