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10 Common Building Defects in New WA Homes
An overview of issues frequently identified at handover inspections, how they are assessed and why early independent inspections are important for new homeowners.
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Building Defects, Compliance & Technical Insights
Practical articles from BuildNex WA on building defects, workmanship issues, construction quality, specialised investigations and expert evidence in Western Australia.
Written from real inspection experience and intended to help owners, builders, strata managers and legal teams better understand building performance and defect assessment.
Insights from site, not theory alone.
BuildNex WA articles are prepared to explain common defect patterns, investigation methods and dispute-related issues in clear technical language.
Defect patterns commonly observed in WA homes
Waterproofing, moisture and building envelope issues
Technical evidence for building disputes and SAT matters
Knowledge base
Technical resources for better building decisions
The articles below are intended to help readers understand how building defects are identified, assessed and communicated. They cover practical issues encountered during inspections, investigations and building dispute matters across Perth and Western Australia.
The content is general in nature and does not replace project-specific advice, but it can assist in identifying when independent technical input may be required.
Topics covered
- Common residential building defects.
- Waterproofing and wet area failures.
- Building investigations and defect diagnostics.
- Construction quality and workmanship issues.
- Expert evidence and SAT building disputes.
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10 Common
Building Defects
in WA Homes
Building Defects
in WA Homes
10 Common Building Defects in New WA Homes
A practical overview of issues frequently identified at handover inspections, how they are assessed and why early independent inspections are important for new homeowners.
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Featured Articles & Case Studies
Case study
Waterproofing Failure in a WA Ensuite
A practical case study showing how a shower leak developed, what an inspection uncovered, and how correct sequencing and QA could have prevented expensive rectification.
Expert evidence
How Building Defects Are Evaluated in SAT (WA)
A practical guide to how building defects are assessed in SAT, the role of independent experts and what owners, builders and lawyers can do to prepare effectively.
Coming next
Field notes from recent inspections and investigations
Future articles will draw on recurring themes from BuildNex WA inspections, defect investigations and expert witness matters. These will focus on practical lessons from real construction issues while maintaining client confidentiality.
Water ingress and building envelope failures
Moisture, mould and condensation investigations
Roof drainage, ponding and overflow issues
Waterproofing defects and wet area failures
Concrete cracking, staining and efflorescence
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