Heritage buildings
Pre-1950 is our speciality
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Expert Witness statements
In the fields of Building & Infrastructure or Construction
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Disputes and Defects
Providing detailed analysis and factual evidence
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30 year's experience
Renowned for our expertise with heritage buildings
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Sydney & Newcastle’s Premier Forensic Building and Heritage Consultants

Thinking of purchasing a heritage building or a home built in Sydney, Newcastle or beyond before 1950?
If so, do you know the difference between a renovation and a restoration? That knowledge could be key in deciding whether you go ahead with the purchase in the first place and then how you set about turning it into an icon that will last another 100 years.

Forensic Building Consultants work in conjunction with leading heritage architects and engineers so, whether you are an architect, developer, contractor, local council, part of the legal or insurance fraternity, or an individual purchaser, talk to us about our services and support. We have the knowledge and the expertise to help you make the right decisions.

Choosing The Right Consultant

If you are considering purchasing an older home or commercial premises, particularly those built before 1950, then you really need to seek advice from a specialist building consultant like Forensic Building Consultants.

Why? General building consultants will refer to the relevant codes and standards when doing an inspection but, when dealing with older structures there is a real need to understand the construction methods used, how they were built and why they were built that way. All these factors are highly relevant when purchasing an older property or a recognised heritage building.

Forensic Building Consultants have years of experience dealing with heritage structures and will set you off on the right path.

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What’s the difference between a RENOVATION and RESTORATION?

A renovation is a term used to describe cosmetic work done on a building with little regard to the underlying issues with the structure.
A restoration is the term used to describe a property that has been carefully restored to its previous condition.
That knowledge could save you many thousands of dollars along the way!

Expert Witness

Providing an experienced, impartial point of view
When a dispute with a builder cannot be resolved amicably,the matter can be heard by the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT). In that case you may require a report from an Expert Witness. We can help!

Insurance Disputes

We can help you through the process
If you run into a problem with your building work you may need to enter into a formal complaints procedure. Whether you are the complainant or the defendant, we have the experience and expertise to help you right through the process.

Building & Storm Damage

When is a storm not a storm?
Insurance claims for damage to property can skyrocket when storms hit. However, insurers can differ in their interpretation of what is and what isn’t covered under the owner’s policy and it requires expert knowledge to present a case.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Reports

An essential step for property buyers
The best way to eliminate any surprises and to be confident about your purchase is to get advice from experts, particularly if you are looking at a heritage building. It could be the difference between a dream come true and a nightmare!

Building Defects Reports

Quality counts
If you have recently competed a construction project, domestic or commercial, and you are not sure the results are up to scratch, it is important to act quickly. Do the defects result from the original design, the engineering or any of the trades and suppliers?

NCAT Scott Schedules

A tool for negotiation
A Scott Schedule provides the Court with a summary of the two side’s issues and defence in tabular form. The preparation demands a thorough knowledge of the underlying principles of building codes and legal requirements – which is where we come in.

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