We provide independent budget estimates for homeowners needing repair works. With extensive experience in the repair sector, we help you understand the likely cost of fixing issues in and around your property before you engage a contractor.

What You Get:

• An independent estimate prepared from your repair scope, inspection notes, or photos

• A clear breakdown of expected costs for trades, materials, and associated works

• Guidance on allowances for common hidden conditions in repair projects

• A realistic budget you can rely on when approaching contractors for quotes

Why It Matters:
When something breaks, fails, or needs attention, homeowners are often left guessing what a fair repair cost should be. Quotes from contractors can vary widely, making decisions difficult. By engaging us first, you’ll gain a clear, independent cost baseline — giving you confidence to set a budget and approach contractors on informed terms.

We provide homeowners with clear and practical engagement frameworks when hiring builders or trades for repair works. Our role is to help you set out the scope, milestones, and terms of engagement in plain English, so both parties understand their responsibilities before work begins. We prepare the commercial and practical side of your agreement, while advising that all clients seek independent legal review before signing.

What You Get:

• Engagement frameworks tailored for homeowners engaging builders or contractors

• Defined project milestones with linked payment guidance to help protect cash flow and ensure progress is achieved before funds are released

• Quality assurance (QA) checkpoints tied to each milestone, so workmanship is confirmed before moving forward

• Drafted inclusions, exclusions, and communication standards in plain English

• Guidance on common risk items and pitfalls often hidden in contractor quotes or generic agreements

• Documentation designed for easy understanding, with the option for legal review if required.

Why It Matters:
Most homeowner–contractor issues arise from unclear scope, quality standards, or payment misunderstandings. By setting milestones, linking payments to verified quality, and creating transparent terms of engagement, you gain a fair and structured framework that protects your investment and sets your project up for success.

We support homeowners in resolving disputes with builders and contractors over repair works. Our role is to review the issues, organise the facts, and prepare structured documentation that strengthens your position in negotiations — and, if required, provides a clear record for use in tribunals such as VCAT or NCAT.

What You Get:

• Initial review of contracts, scope, costs, correspondence, and site records

• Preparation of a structured dispute report outlining key issues and recommended pathways to resolution

• Development of supporting documentation, including cost comparisons, timelines, and QA evidence

• Ongoing consulting support during negotiations, with the option to prepare submissions and evidence packs for VCAT/NCAT (or other adjudication bodies)

Why It Matters:
Homeowners often feel overwhelmed when disagreements with contractors arise. Without organised documentation, disputes can quickly escalate in cost and stress. We bring order to the process — helping you understand your position, negotiate more effectively, and, if needed, enter tribunal proceedings with the right documents already prepared.

We independently assess contractor quotes and scopes of work to identify hidden costs, vague inclusions, or missing items. This ensures homeowners fully understand what they are committing to before signing a contract.

What You Get:

• Detailed review of contractor quotes and inclusions/exclusions

• Identification of scope gaps, double-ups, or ambiguous items

• Recommendations to strengthen your position in negotiations

Why It Matters:
Many homeowners accept quotes without realising what isn’t covered until variations arrive mid-project. A Quote & Scope Review gives you clarity upfront, helping avoid costly surprises and ensuring value for money.

We provide independent reports that clearly document the current condition of a property or asset, identifying visible defects, maintenance requirements, and potential risks. These reports are tailored for both homeowners and commercial clients, offering unbiased insights before decisions are made.

What You Get:

• Comprehensive inspection with supporting photos and notes

• Clear identification of visible defects, wear, or deterioration

• Practical maintenance recommendations with urgency levels

• Reports written in plain language, accessible to both owners and managers

Why It Matters:
Unaddressed issues can quickly escalate into costly repairs or disputes. Independent condition and observation reports give you a reliable record of the current state, helping homeowners, body corporates, and businesses plan maintenance, manage budgets, and engage contractors with confidence.

We prepare independent dilapidation (DELAP) reports that record the existing condition of a property before nearby construction, renovations, or infrastructure works commence. These reports act as a protective baseline for both homeowners and commercial clients.

What You Get:

• Detailed inspection of internal and external areas

• High-quality photographic evidence with notes on condition

• A reliable record of property condition prior to surrounding works

Why It Matters:
Construction activity often leads to disputes over damage claims. A DELAP report provides a defensible record of conditions before works begin, protecting homeowners, strata bodies, and businesses from unfair liability and ensuring peace of mind throughout nearby projects.

We independently review contractor quotes and variation claims to ensure pricing is accurate, transparent, and aligned with the agreed scope of works. This service protects both homeowners and commercial clients from inflated costs and hidden surprises.

What You Get:

• Detailed review of quotes, inclusions, and exclusions

• Assessment of variation claims for legitimacy and fairness

• Identification of missing scope items or double-ups

• Clear recommendations to support negotiations and approvals

Why It Matters:
Quotes and variations are where unexpected costs often arise. Independent reviews give you confidence that pricing is fair, works are properly captured, and you’re not paying for more than what was agreed.

We provide independent progress and quality assurance reports that verify whether works are being delivered in line with agreed scope, timelines, and workmanship standards. These reports support both homeowners and commercial clients by offering clear, unbiased assessments during construction.

What You Get:

• Site inspections with photographic evidence and detailed commentary

• Independent verification of contractor progress against payment milestones

• Quality checks on workmanship against agreed standards and scope

• Practical recommendations for corrective actions where required

Why It Matters:
Without independent oversight, it’s easy for works to fall behind schedule or below standard. Progress & Quality Assurance Reports give you documented certainty, helping to protect your investment, manage disputes, and ensure you only pay for completed work.

We work directly for homeowners, body corporates, and commercial clients to review contractor quotes and tender submissions. Our role is to provide independent advice, ensuring the pricing, inclusions, and exclusions are transparent and fair before you commit.

What You Get:

• Detailed review of contractor quotes and tenders received

• Identification of hidden costs, vague allowances, or missing scope items

• Side-by-side comparisons of multiple quotes for clarity

• Independent recommendations to support informed decision-making

Why It Matters:
Most clients don’t have the expertise to spot scope gaps or inflated allowances in contractor quotes. Our independent reviews protect you from unfair pricing and give you confidence that you’re engaging the right contractor on the right terms.

We provide independent budget and cost planning services that give clients a clear financial roadmap before works begin. For homeowners, this means realistic budgeting for repairs or renovations. For commercial clients, it means accurate forecasting that protects margins and cash flow.

What You Get:

• Independent pre-construction budget assessments

• Cost breakdowns tailored to scope and project stage

• Cash flow forecasts aligned with works programs

• Recommendations to prevent cost overruns and manage financial risk

Why It Matters:
Unclear budgets are one of the biggest causes of project stress and disputes. Independent budget and cost planning gives you financial clarity from the start, helping you make confident decisions and keeping your project on track.

We provide independent guidance to help clients select the right contractors for their projects. From preparing scopes to comparing bids, our support ensures you engage capable, reliable, and fairly priced contractors.

What You Get:

• Assistance preparing clear scopes of work for tendering

• Independent review and comparison of contractor bids

• Identification of exclusions, hidden costs, and scope gaps

• Recommendations on contractor capability and value for money

Why It Matters:
Choosing the wrong contractor can lead to delays, disputes, and cost blowouts. Our independent procurement and selection support gives you the clarity to engage contractors with confidence, knowing you’ve made the best choice for your project.

We prepare long-term maintenance and capital works plans tailored for strata properties and owners corporations. These reports forecast repair, replacement, and upgrade needs so committees can plan contributions and budgets with confidence.

What You Get:

• Independent inspections and condition assessments of common property

• Forecasts for repairs, renewals, and upgrades over 5 years

• Budget planning aligned with strata sinking fund

• Prioritisation of works by urgency, safety, and risk profile

Why It Matters:
Unexpected maintenance is one of the biggest challenges for owners corporations. Independent capital planning reports provide the foresight needed to manage sinking funds responsibly, protect property value, and avoid costly special levies.

We prepare independent sinking fund forecasts that give owners corporations and strata committees a clear financial plan for future repairs, renewals, and upgrades. These reports ensure levies are set at realistic levels to cover long-term obligations.

What You Get:

• Condition assessment of common property and shared assets

• Forecast of capital works and maintenance needs over 5

• Budget projections

• Prioritisation of works by urgency.

Why It Matters:
Without structured planning, strata properties face unexpected costs and disruptive special levies. Independent sinking fund forecasts provide the clarity needed to manage funds responsibly, protect property value, and maintain fairness for all owners.

We provide independent project controls and reporting for strata remedial and upgrade works, giving committees and owners corporations full visibility of costs, timelines, and contractor performance. Our reports link budget and delivery into one clear picture.

What You Get:

• Cost tracking and cash flow forecasts for remedial projects

• Progress reporting with photos and commentary for committee meetings

• Variance analysis highlighting delays, risks, and contractor issues early

• Independent documentation to support approvals and funding decisions

Why It Matters:
Strata projects often run into disputes when costs blow out or progress isn’t clearly tracked. Independent project controls and reporting keep committees informed, protect sinking funds, and ensure works are delivered as agreed.

We review tender scopes and trade packages to identify gaps, overlaps, and vague inclusions that can lead to costly disputes or variations. Our independent reviews provide clarity before contracts are signed.

What You Get:

• Line-by-line review of scopes and trade packages

• Identification of exclusions, double-ups, and missing items

• Independent advice on risk allocation and package structure

• Clear recommendations to strengthen procurement decisions

Why It Matters:
Scope gaps are one of the leading causes of budget blowouts and conflict. Independent reviews give clients the certainty that all responsibilities are captured up-front, protecting budgets and minimising disputes during delivery.