Blaming it on the migrants..absolutely classic.. Even if there are people coming in and not working to local standards( have personally seen this , but aussie tradies are hardly innocent either) , the majority of PM's/site supervisors are local people and they are the ones letting this work pass on site. "Only breaks the product warranty" , guy is bloody kidding himself..
I retired years ago but our building surveyor was so strict he used to have a magnet in his pocket and if stainless steel/galvanised screws were specified he would do random checks and make you replace everyone of them if he wasn’t happy.
He isn't gov. He is just another dodgy site inspector signing off on crap. By saying zahir picks up on non issues like manufacturers warranty means he doesn't pick that stuff up on his own reports. He should retire.
@@AnarchyEnsues And that is the problem, no one is from the government anymore, they are all private looking out for each other and covering their arses.
@@golbs7542 Yeah, it's wild. Builders are literally financially incentivized to cut corners to increase their profit margins. As a homeowner, my incentive lies in having a good, stable, safe house that complies with all building codes.
@@craiggun9 i dont now the laws about this but building inspectors arent just there to make sure its legal but make sure the quality of the work is up to par, a tilting door may not be an issue now but can cause issues down the line.
@@craiggun9Yeah, while the wheels are only hanging on by one wheelnut & there's a loud banging coming from the engine of your new car? 3kms over, welcome to your new home
@Siteinspections how can I get in contact with you, to do an inspection for me up in Brisbane. I believe my builder has done some dodgy work. I've been in the construction industry myself for years and i know dodgy work when i see it. . My site supervisors keeps giveing me excuses. We are at the final stage of the build and would love to have you fly up 🙏
im a licensed plumber in vic I fucking love you man. I struggle a little because I'm a perfectionist and I get panic attacks looking at the quality of work these days. Its disguising. Also, the overseas trades seem to care a lot more than aussies!!!!!!! aussies are taking the piss wherever they can
I did my Trade in South Australia and now live in Melbourne I could not believe how poor the workmanship is in Victoria, I am a Plumber that has worked in the insurance industry, after working in Victoria for a few years I decided to get off the tools, I have just started working as a TAFE teacher, TAFE and the VBA are the major cause for this situation
@@JamesHenderson-wr2gl when I did my apprenticeship the SA government inspected your work at trade school, your work had to be industry standard to pass TAFE, the introduction of the Australian standard and self regulations had turn the industry to a free for all, The VBA are the worst regulator in Australia, Victoria has under minded the Australian Standard regulations from the get go.
I don't think he's watched many of these videos. I watch regularly and there's rarely a problem shown that is a simple as a crooked architrave or unfinished seals. Zeher's knowledge of Australian Standards, the fact that he will feature *the exact breach* when filming is a testament to his intentions. Howard Ryan is either ignorant of what Site Inspections is about or he's being disingenuous. Smacks of professional jealousy form Ryan.
One thing is for sure... I will NOT use Mr. Howard Ryan's company on all of my projects. Keep on doing this Zahir, we all need people like you to overhaul the industry, and kudos to your team! 👏👏
Because surveyors have a conflict of interest as they are paid by the builders if you sign a bulk contract. Some contracts even explicitly forbids you from calling your own surveyor, a contract practice that is illegal.
Often they rely on certificates provided by 'experts' certifying that work meets relevant standards for that item (think roofing, engineering, water proofing etc.) so they are protected from liability in respect of that certificate. Under s 128 of Building Act 1993 (VIC): "...[the surveyor] appointed under Part 6 [that dealers with private building surveyors] is not liable for anything done or omitted to be done in good faith in reliance on a certificate given by a registered building practitioner or endorsed building engineer under section 238" Basically, "I relied on someone else (allegedly) more knowledgeable than me and they provide a certificate saying it was compliant, so I did nothing more". The legal attack point would be whether they were acting in good faith in the circumstances (also look at their industry code of practice requirements). On top of that, the 'professional service contract' between the homeowner and the surveyor usually favors the surveyor in terms of wiggle room (and when liability occurs) as they use their own, or an industry one, that favors them (though apparently not enough to trigger the unfair contracts term regime in the case of standard form contract). Basically, the regulator is asleep at the wheel (or focusing on big multi story developments where the risk of death from fire and collapse could create a bigger PR mess) and all the good players (including surveyors) left the industry years ago for greener pastures so now only unskilled and unqualified migrants and shit builders/surveyors work in the industry.
Well this is why it needs to change. It was councils that removed it from themselves for liability to the public sector ages ago. There is no need for a compliance code if builders and surveyors aren't held accountable prior to settlement. The more it is highlighted and pushed maybe change can come. A lot more people need to bring it up.
@@james3744 Hi James yes the building surveyor accepts waterproofing certificate e.g. from the builder/ qualified waterproofer though this is not a 126 certificate. I think you have to remember it is the builders responsibility to be supervising their trades and there is no mandatory inspection for waterproofing required to be carried out by the inspector in vic. A few years ago they tried to bring in the mandatory inspection in for waterproofing, though builders did not want this and the idea was rejected. The waterproofing issues come down to the builder not doing their job and not managing their projects to a level where compliance can be achieved.
This guy represents the very best UA-cam has to offer, how else can his reports get to so many people and inform them of what is really going on with bad building. A superhero indeed. Well done.
media is not the answer,step on government departments toes they will use media to destroy the person or business,2020 on words was a great lesson how media can manipulate the masses.
I'm so pleased your videos have led to sunlight finally being shone on the disgraceful practices and you now have such a public profile. I hope you are given awards for your work.
I like how the old guy says he only worried about door jams.literally next clip is the structural engineer saying these buildings are about to fall over lol
Yeah. I wouldn't feel bad for laughing except that I would be terrified to live in a building like that, and who knows how many homes are being built exactly like that right now.
'What he's doing isn't factual?' Brian, everything is on camera. Another example of 'shooting the messenger' instead of attacking the actual problem. Keep up the good work, Zaher. You're a bloody legend. 👍👍👍
same breath says he's been trying to get inspectors well regulated for years yet viral videos on the issue 'do nothing'. Dudes corrupt and seems to have been on 2gb. Figures.
@@mikediao15 If you watched his videos you would know he always states what code they aren't complying with when he finds a violation. He also says when it doesn't comply with manufacturers guidelines. The real answer is just about every code there is on some projects.
Mate I'm so glad you're getting recognition. Been watching you for ages and was surprised you had so few subs on UA-cam. You deserve all the success my friend.
old dude has no right to pick and choose what to pic at he thinks just because in his opinion one book is rubbish then he isn't going to mention any of it or care
@ Share his content. But his merch. Be a patreon. Share his channel with your local councillors and builders how you’re not going to be ripped off by shoddy work. Build the demand for quality tradesmen like this who protect the vulnerable and people who get f@rked over
Construction consultant claims that what you point out "is just a breach of manufacturer warranty" and not "breach of the building code", as if thats all fine and dandy, nothing to see here. He's part of the problem!
The old fart doesn't realise that we've all seen it with our own eyes now. To sit in a chair and say it's not factual, when we get to see it, what a clown he is.🤡
I came across Zahir's content on Tik Tok. Thanks for making yourself better known, watching this first video on youtube has completely made me respect you. And even better I know your name. Your integrity speaks volumes, what an example of a human being. Probably cops enough slander from the types he calls out, and remains calm and humble. I can't think of too many people I've met like yourself.
Holy cow at that Howard Ryan guy. That door quote, blaming the immigrants, what a complete schmozzle of a dude. You’re a champ mate. Keep exposing the corruption!
To a certain extend Howard is right about that.. I previously work in the industry(demolition) & the amount of immigrants work we had to demolish was quite high. I only know it was immigrants is because numerous building managers have disclosed so & witnessing myself these immigrants which a lot needed a fellow speaking person to translate Into their language to English...
@@JIGSTA78 Of course, I’m not entirely dismissing the impact of immigrant tradies that don’t adhere to Australian standards, but to specifically pin the blame on them when there is a lot of structural corruption as well is like the industry bigwigs pointing and saying “HEY LOOK OVER THERE, SQUIRREL!”
@@JIGSTA78 The problem is not race or migrant mate rather qualification and supervision. The people on the top that are approving are the ones without integrity, like VBA are they all migrants too?
Also, you have a twinkle in your eyes! It’s good to see you happy, healthy, and thriving. I hope your career continues to grow and make a positive impact on many lives 🔥🔥
His feeling responsible because his been around for a long time and his let it happen. There is guilt there and he doesn't want to look bad. Typical rubbish politics and stupid old guy doesn't want to take responsibility.
I Have been waiting for ACA to jump on board. About time the nation see whats happing out there. Hope this blows your channel up 100K+ here they come. Well done, I'm so happy for you.
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Two important points:- 1. Howard Ryan states that a non-painted door is a breach of manufacturer warranty. How is this factual when doors are painted on site by the builder/painter. Painting is not not undertaken offsite. These works are clearly incomplete works if OP has not been reached; OR a defect if an OP and/or Practical Completion has been granted. 2. It is a mute point, if Howard Ryan says that Standards and Tolerances are not relevant ... he says ... "A defect is only a defect if it is is in breach of the NCC; that's it." This is not the case if the Construction Contract requires Workmanship to be equivalent or better than the releavant Standards and Tolerances... If works are not in accordance with Contract, then it is a Contractual Breach.
While I absolutely agree that doors should be sealed with 2 coats, including inside of the handle cut outs and hinge check outs for external doors, the building douche is correct that it's just a warranty requirement... However it is also part of a long list of warranty requirements that I bet aren't being addressed... Most manufacturers have clauses that external doors must have an extent of weather protection depending on the wind and terrain categorire, as well as direction. For example Corinthian specifies that external doors must have horizontal roof coverage to 1.5x the height of the door in West facing Urban environments. This is never enforced but it's as relevant as sealing the doors. They also specify the type and colour of the paint that can/can't be used to retain warranty. Meanwhile the manufacturers also seem 6mm deflection on a 2040 door to be within manufacturing tolerance and not considered defective. Point being, sealed or not sealed, door manufacturers are as shoddy as the builders... The builder is still liable for the doors warranty if they didn't meet the warranty criteria, they just have to fork out to replace it themselves.
If we're paying for things like doors, countertops, appliances, balustrades, windows ($$$)... all these materials come with a warranty, right? Builders voiding that warranty from the outset is downright disrespectful, especially if they're not willing to cover it themselves and have a damn good reason for deviating from conditions.
Good on you mate. You deserve all the recognition that you are getting. You are making a huge impact and I hope you stay on track and continue the good fight. All the best to you.
Zahir, keep going mate. It is crap when they try to undermine your credibility mate. You are by far so informative and helpful, that hopefully one day all these so called authorities will get their act together and remember after everything, it is the customers hard earned money and all they want is what they paid for and not to be ripped off. Stay gold bro!
I went for a job interview at a dodgy building surveyor in Balmain. The short of it was he explained that although their job was to certify that work was compliant with codes and legislation, it was the builders that paid them and as such they had to look after those builders as at the end of the day that’s who they were contracted to and that’s where their repeat business came from.
@@CitizenCraftymethod Yeah I have no idea who they are now, the interview was over a year ago otherwise I would consider it. Way of the world, every one is after the $ and not many people have a strand of integrity about them.
Bro I must tell you... you are one of my favorite people in Melbourne. you done a fantastic job for Melbourne people. keep up the good work brother we love you.
Thanks for your work. The real estate market is totally broken. Crazy money for poor workship . We are 100% with you. I am ready to sign the petition to kick off that guy from his position.
Watched this last night and so happy to see it on A Current Affair. As being someone who has been stung with the absolute hell we went through and the quality of the home that my elderly parents Ended up with from Masterton which was very sub standard to say the least Thankfully there are people like you to bring things to light. I wanted to go to A Current Affair however Masterton advertises heavily with Chanel 9 So Thankyou it is a massive issue that needs to be governed 🙏🏻
Howard Ryan is a tool, he picks one thing like not painting tops and bottoms off doors having to be sealed is not an Australian regulations issue, just warranty, wtf, don’t you expect your 7 year structural warranty on all items when buying a new house?? So if the doors start to bulge from water and you make a claim you can expect to be told “Sorry it was not fitted as required for warranty”. Howard seems to be one of the Industries problems!!
Also that dumb inspector doesn’t realise that because the door warranty is voided due to not being finished to manufactures specification the builder has to pay for its rectification not the manufacturer or client.
I've spoken to a bunch of builders recently who have said that you have done a fantastic job keeping builders on their toes and they love watching your vids. A couple have also called out the whole "calling things non-compliant when they aren't" thing as well so it was good to hear your side re. the tolerances.
You are a true crusader for what should be right. This is what I want to build. These are the codes that need to be adhered to, what's the cost? Simple!
What a goose, go's on national TV and his argument is its not a breach of code, it's a breach of manufacturers warranty...icant believe I just heard that.. keep up te good work site inspections 👌
I just wanted to say thank you for inspecting my cousin's house recently. I won't say which one on here but I was really disappointed for them. I went over there for the first time last weekend, lovely house however so many defects that needed rectifying and a loss of friendship that they put trust on that project manager that has broken. You are doing gods work. Thank you.
Are you dumb? Your "cousin" there's no such thing as a "cousin" that just sounds dumb and silly. Just some bullshit terminology that people created for who-knows what reason.
Love what you do as a father of an apprentice carpenter I regularly talk to him about your videos we are both fans and he says he's learned a fair amount from your videos, mostly it's the steel construction homes which his boss doesn't or hasn't yet built a new home using that type of framing but he's still learning a little here and there but it's making him a better builder so keep up the great work and keep them honest
Bloody legend. So good to see your reach expanding and going main stream. This will help more and more people as it snowballs. It goes without saying, but if I ever build a place, you’ll be #1 on my list to hire to inspect it!
After some big fires around the world with poor and mis installed materials, Its perplexing the salty inspector saying 'the videos does nothing for the industry". .....
Well done Zahir ! I applaud you for your continued efforts to bring the industry back in line. I have spent 25+ years working with the engineering of footing designs for dwellings and every time I inspected a pre-pour footing or slab that did not comply with the design or the codes, I often found myself having to explain to the concretors, supervisors and even some builders that it is easier and in fact 'CHEAPER' to do it correct at the beginning rather than try and fix it later on. This principle actually applies all aspects of the build of course. The astounding part of this is that it really does take some amount of effort to be lazy and not do things correctly so why not just simply complete it properly first time ? This is one of the aspects of the industry frustrated me so much that I no longer work in it. And that clown on ACA, jeez........ The NCC simply cannot cover every aspect of every build which is why the NCC references Australian Standards which in turn reference Manufacturers Specs and Guides and in turn reference 'standard & tolerances' documents etc. From a legal perspective it is necessary to not only look at NCC but look at every document that it directly references as well as the references in those subsequent documents to ensure everything is in complete compliance. If it is referenced, then it must be complied with regardless. Every builder and relevant trade should be using every aspect of these documents to aspire to do their best job possible, hold themselves to high standards and earn a stellar reputation for their workmanship not just get in and get out as quickly as possible and leave a trail of destruction for someone else to clean up. The QBCC in QLD ( a regulatory body) obviously rely on NCC and Standards etc. but they also use the Standards and Tolerances like a big stick so Howards comments about these documents essentially being erroneous are unfounded as the regulatory bodies heavily rely on them as does QCAT and industry experts and as mentioned above, legally any documents that are referenced should also be complied with. Talk about being out of touch and a major part of the problem as well as being incompetent, well done Howard you are a clown !
I was cracking up when the guy said he pick on door seal all warranty work,Defect is a Defect .People pay big money, their live saving to buy that dream home. That guy is a non complaint himself with his work.
"That's not a breach of the code, it's only a breach of the warranty standard" and he looked so proud when stating the comment. How irresponsible and disgusting! A breach is a breach and that's what building inspectors do. Why is this guy still in the industry honestly? Keep up the good work Zahir, you have our support! :)
yeah its unbelieaveable what he said on national television , I mean so what if its a breach of the warranty from the manufacturer, it still a breach, and that means the warranty is void if there's something wrong with the product because it wasnt installed properly , so if the door is warped, swollen and broken, becasue the top and bottom of the door is not properly sealed, then that's it, the owners have to pay for it. That old fart is talking off his arse.
Yeah, it's bullshit! Inagine taking your car to the mechanic, but the mechanic will only only look at issues that affect the car's legal roadworthy status and will ignore any other problems. You'd get a new mechanic, right? Likewise, you expect a building inspector to be an expert on your behalf - to identify issues that you don't know how to identify or don't even know to check. Before I moved to Australia, my experience with building inspectors was that they don't only point out noncompliance issues and warranty issues, but they will even point out expected wear-and-tear issues and give you some idea when these will have to be addressed and how expensive it is likely to be, so that you can negotiate the price to account for these upcoming maintenance issues. Their job is not to get anyone in trouble; it's to make sure the buyer knows all the facts before they negotiate the biggest, most life-changing purchase of their life.
Hi @johnno7429, I think the only way to fix the problems is to have more supervision on site, builders and site supervisors need to do their job and be at site everyday doing there own inspections and checks. Site supervisors should also be registered with VBA to ensure compliance is meet on site and they have answer for issues on site.
A great advocate of this channel. It's helped supplement the industry by highlighting the dangers facing consumers in this current building climate. Keep up the great work.
If all the inspectors and builders had your integrity we would not have this issue in this country. Thank you for your integrity and assisting these poor people who are being blatantly ripped off.
Not going to happen. The local MP for Preston replied to me and said the Minister in charge of the VBA would get back to me. Nothing but crickets for 4 months. The government wants to get housing built as fast as possible so they are going to let the owners take a brutal hit on quality to get there. No doubt in 15 years time there will be so many places being demolished because of this and the housing crisis will be more or less the same and home owners will be poorer for it.
Mate, u deserve all the success mate. Really. I work in construction, these dodgy tradies/builders etc make us all look bad. Australian standards/manufacturers instructions are there for a reason. Period. Cheap is never good. Quick is never good. Quality in never cheap. Shit needs to change
The people who dislike you are the ones that don't count mate. fist video we watched gave us mad respect for you and what you do, keep charging forward m8 we all behind you and thankful for you
Keep doing what you’re doing zehir. I’m a licenced plumber in vic, do all my roofs properly and use all dambuster products. I constantly see non-compliant roofs. The industry is a shambles
Legend mate keep it up! We all have a responsibility to uphold standards and call out substandard crap. Whatever industry you’re in, do it best, make it best. Good enough or close enough doesn’t cut it. Our standards make us and our country great and are worth upholding and fight for.
That man is mentally ill/corrupt................You are sooooo needed in this capacity. Good on you getting off the tools per se and helping people who have spent sooooo much money who have actually bought a lemon. We need more like you in this field of home inspections but you are the ORIGINAL!!! It is so refreshing! Where were you in 2014 when I desperately needed you with your unique skill set and expertise??
Wow a bit of industry jealousy here mate, this guy doesn't like being caught out so he's bad mouthing you to cover his own behind ...glad you did the ACA shame ACA weren't transparent to inform of who there bringing into the story but great come back keep us the great work
Bloke is drumming up business for himself. "Howard Ryan has over 50 years within the Residential Building and Inspection Industries, he is often called upon as an expert witness in property and building disputes."
Good move. They need to do these stories more and if they can't, then direct people to channels like these. The news tells us how expensive houses are 3 times a day but will expose a dodgy builder like once a month or less..... Even if by some miracle you're able to scrape by and buy a house you get ripped off. This is why channels like this became so popular, people found out how bad and widespread the building standards issues are....
Easy big fella, no need to defend against that hater, ACA always has a counter to the story, show weakness caring about that, you came out looking good and your subs will grow, relax
Watching this feels like being on a rollercoaster ride through the Wild West of home building! We've got cowboys, dodgy handiwork, and a TikTok inspector who's basically the Sherlock Holmes of construction.
The guy on Current Affair was simply............non compliant
The guy on current affair is a clown should join the circus
Blaming it on the migrants..absolutely classic..
Even if there are people coming in and not working to local standards( have personally seen this , but aussie tradies are hardly innocent either) , the majority of PM's/site supervisors are local people and they are the ones letting this work pass on site.
"Only breaks the product warranty" , guy is bloody kidding himself..
He is nonsense, he use typical doggy builder’s excuses
A current affair went after Zahir 🤦 they are "unbelievable". Channel nine have turned building into a soapie.
I retired years ago but our building surveyor was so strict he used to have a magnet in his pocket and if stainless steel/galvanised screws were specified he would do random checks and make you replace everyone of them if he wasn’t happy.
People like Howard Ryan are the exact reason why we have so many problems in the building industry, half-ass job done.
Look at this government drongo trying to justify his position. Mate, Aus standards are there for a reason! Onya Zahir, keep it up bro!
he isnt from the government
He isn't gov. He is just another dodgy site inspector signing off on crap. By saying zahir picks up on non issues like manufacturers warranty means he doesn't pick that stuff up on his own reports. He should retire.
@@AnarchyEnsues And that is the problem, no one is from the government anymore, they are all private looking out for each other and covering their arses.
@@golbs7542 Yeah, it's wild. Builders are literally financially incentivized to cut corners to increase their profit margins. As a homeowner, my incentive lies in having a good, stable, safe house that complies with all building codes.
This Dapto dog isn't up to standards who cares about doors lots of issues on structures and foundations
We’ve hit 100k subscribers 🎉 Thank you everyone ❤
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Congratulations, well deserved
Well deserved mate. You will be kept very busy if the Govt pushes ahead with its cheap housing plans
Dont forget to get ads installed to help raise money for yourself or victims or pay for free inspections for victims
Brother I have never seen you make a false claim. You show the standards and how every defect is non-compliant. Keep doing what you are doing!!!!!
I appreciate that
@@craiggun9 i dont now the laws about this but building inspectors arent just there to make sure its legal but make sure the quality of the work is up to par, a tilting door may not be an issue now but can cause issues down the line.
I've watched quite a few videos - never seen him talk about door gaps?
@@craiggun9Yeah, while the wheels are only hanging on by one wheelnut & there's a loud banging coming from the engine of your new car? 3kms over, welcome to your new home
@Siteinspections how can I get in contact with you, to do an inspection for me up in Brisbane. I believe my builder has done some dodgy work. I've been in the construction industry myself for years and i know dodgy work when i see it. . My site supervisors keeps giveing me excuses. We are at the final stage of the build and would love to have you fly up 🙏
im a licensed plumber in vic I fucking love you man. I struggle a little because I'm a perfectionist and I get panic attacks looking at the quality of work these days. Its disguising. Also, the overseas trades seem to care a lot more than aussies!!!!!!! aussies are taking the piss wherever they can
I did my Trade in South Australia and now live in Melbourne I could not believe how poor the workmanship is in Victoria, I am a Plumber that has worked in the insurance industry, after working in Victoria for a few years I decided to get off the tools, I have just started working as a TAFE teacher, TAFE and the VBA are the major cause for this situation
@@davidhinds7634 should plumbers be allowed to self certify ? Would plumbing inspections fix the issue?
@@JamesHenderson-wr2gl when I did my apprenticeship the SA government inspected your work at trade school, your work had to be industry standard to pass TAFE, the introduction of the Australian standard and self regulations had turn the industry to a free for all, The VBA are the worst regulator in Australia, Victoria has under minded the Australian Standard regulations from the get go.
@@JamesHenderson-wr2gl plumbers sign off on their own work mate.
@@davidhinds7634 yeah VBA is hit and miss. Mostly miss, they just simply dont do enough inspections.
Howard Ryan needs to be FIRED immediately for incompetence.
It looks like he runs his own inspection company. Odd that he takes such exception to these videos.
@@Hardcopy2362 probably upset that some tiktok guy got more public than him who has been campaigning for multiple decades
Howard is known to help his builder mates..he's on the payroll..Howard "show me the money 💰" Ryan you dirty fookers
"It's only a breech of the manufacturers warranty" came out of that muppets mouth, imagine your mechanic saying that about your car.
I don't think he's watched many of these videos. I watch regularly and there's rarely a problem shown that is a simple as a crooked architrave or unfinished seals. Zeher's knowledge of Australian Standards, the fact that he will feature *the exact breach* when filming is a testament to his intentions. Howard Ryan is either ignorant of what Site Inspections is about or he's being disingenuous. Smacks of professional jealousy form Ryan.
One thing is for sure... I will NOT use Mr. Howard Ryan's company on all of my projects. Keep on doing this Zahir, we all need people like you to overhaul the industry, and kudos to your team! 👏👏
Why aren't the surveyors held accountable also they are signing off all this.
Because surveyors have a conflict of interest as they are paid by the builders if you sign a bulk contract. Some contracts even explicitly forbids you from calling your own surveyor, a contract practice that is illegal.
Often they rely on certificates provided by 'experts' certifying that work meets relevant standards for that item (think roofing, engineering, water proofing etc.) so they are protected from liability in respect of that certificate. Under s 128 of Building Act 1993 (VIC):
"...[the surveyor] appointed under Part 6 [that dealers with private building surveyors] is not liable for anything done or omitted to be done in good faith in reliance on a certificate given by a registered building practitioner or endorsed building engineer under section 238"
Basically, "I relied on someone else (allegedly) more knowledgeable than me and they provide a certificate saying it was compliant, so I did nothing more". The legal attack point would be whether they were acting in good faith in the circumstances (also look at their industry code of practice requirements).
On top of that, the 'professional service contract' between the homeowner and the surveyor usually favors the surveyor in terms of wiggle room (and when liability occurs) as they use their own, or an industry one, that favors them (though apparently not enough to trigger the unfair contracts term regime in the case of standard form contract).
Basically, the regulator is asleep at the wheel (or focusing on big multi story developments where the risk of death from fire and collapse could create a bigger PR mess) and all the good players (including surveyors) left the industry years ago for greener pastures so now only unskilled and unqualified migrants and shit builders/surveyors work in the industry.
bro, the buyer cant do anything, it costs 1 mill to take this to court and 10 years,
Well this is why it needs to change. It was councils that removed it from themselves for liability to the public sector ages ago. There is no need for a compliance code if builders and surveyors aren't held accountable prior to settlement. The more it is highlighted and pushed maybe change can come. A lot more people need to bring it up.
@@james3744 Hi James yes the building surveyor accepts waterproofing certificate e.g. from the builder/ qualified waterproofer though this is not a 126 certificate.
I think you have to remember it is the builders responsibility to be supervising their trades and there is no mandatory inspection for waterproofing required to be carried out by the inspector in vic.
A few years ago they tried to bring in the mandatory inspection in for waterproofing, though builders did not want this and the idea was rejected. The waterproofing issues come down to the builder not doing their job and not managing their projects to a level where compliance can be achieved.
This guy represents the very best UA-cam has to offer, how else can his reports get to so many people and inform them of what is really going on with bad building. A superhero indeed. Well done.
Thank you for getting the media involved to help the residents
unfortunately it's only A current Affair. Let's get on talk-back radio in all States and Territories . .
media is not the answer,step on government departments toes they will use media to destroy the person or business,2020 on words was a great lesson how media can manipulate the masses.
@@robsmith6087 This
honeslty, this is the only thing that might change the laws,
Getting ACA involved has never helped anyone with anything. It sends things backwards if anything.
I'm so pleased your videos have led to sunlight finally being shone on the disgraceful practices and you now have such a public profile. I hope you are given awards for your work.
I like how the old guy says he only worried about door jams.literally next clip is the structural engineer saying these buildings are about to fall over lol
Yeah. I wouldn't feel bad for laughing except that I would be terrified to live in a building like that, and who knows how many homes are being built exactly like that right now.
What you show us is the tip of the iceberg. Please keep going with what you do. The consumer needs people like you. So grateful for your efforts.
'What he's doing isn't factual?' Brian, everything is on camera. Another example of 'shooting the messenger' instead of attacking the actual problem. Keep up the good work, Zaher. You're a bloody legend. 👍👍👍
same breath says he's been trying to get inspectors well regulated for years yet viral videos on the issue 'do nothing'.
Dudes corrupt and seems to have been on 2gb. Figures.
That’s exactly what I thought!! Mate we’ve all seen the videos, we’ve all seen the poor shoddy work, what on earth was he talking about…
@@MFFMPN but what code are they not complying with?
He obviously doesn't watch the content, he is just going off on what he has been told.
@@mikediao15 If you watched his videos you would know he always states what code they aren't complying with when he finds a violation. He also says when it doesn't comply with manufacturers guidelines. The real answer is just about every code there is on some projects.
Mate I'm so glad you're getting recognition. Been watching you for ages and was surprised you had so few subs on UA-cam. You deserve all the success my friend.
That old dude is just upset somebody is calling him out for not doing his job for most of his career
Change “most” to all of his career 👍🏼😉
100% bro, old white men dont like that
They should stamp his builder licence as non compliant
Blames the problem on immigrants too. Who could have guessed he's racist.
old dude has no right to pick and choose what to pic at he thinks just because in his opinion one book is rubbish then he isn't going to mention any of it or care
Protect this man at all costs
how?
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Share his content. But his merch. Be a patreon. Share his channel with your local councillors and builders how you’re not going to be ripped off by shoddy work. Build the demand for quality tradesmen like this who protect the vulnerable and people who get f@rked over
Construction consultant claims that what you point out "is just a breach of manufacturer warranty" and not "breach of the building code", as if thats all fine and dandy, nothing to see here. He's part of the problem!
Let’s get that consultant home paid 2.4m with all his noted issues and see what happens
Howard is well known in helping his builder mates...he's on the payroll.
A breach of manufactures warrenty id a breach of the building code.
The old fart doesn't realise that we've all seen it with our own eyes now. To sit in a chair and say it's not factual, when we get to see it, what a clown he is.🤡
He's obviously an industry shill
I came across Zahir's content on Tik Tok. Thanks for making yourself better known, watching this first video on youtube has completely made me respect you. And even better I know your name. Your integrity speaks volumes, what an example of a human being. Probably cops enough slander from the types he calls out, and remains calm and humble. I can't think of too many people I've met like yourself.
Thank you so much!!☺️
Only 97.5K Subscribers... MATE you need 1 MILLION!!!
he hasn't done enough AI remixes or Minecraft 100 day plays.
thank you for your work ,,, we love your commitment to honesty ... keep up and lovely to see you becoming inspector that cowboys fear and owners seek
Holy cow at that Howard Ryan guy. That door quote, blaming the immigrants, what a complete schmozzle of a dude.
You’re a champ mate. Keep exposing the corruption!
To a certain extend Howard is right about that.. I previously work in the industry(demolition) & the amount of immigrants work we had to demolish was quite high. I only know it was immigrants is because numerous building managers have disclosed so & witnessing myself these immigrants which a lot needed a fellow speaking person to translate Into their language to English...
@@JIGSTA78 Of course, I’m not entirely dismissing the impact of immigrant tradies that don’t adhere to Australian standards, but to specifically pin the blame on them when there is a lot of structural corruption as well is like the industry bigwigs pointing and saying “HEY LOOK OVER THERE, SQUIRREL!”
@@JIGSTA78 The problem is not race or migrant mate rather qualification and supervision. The people on the top that are approving are the ones without integrity, like VBA are they all migrants too?
hes not wrong about the immigrant part current affair just clipped that because they know their audience.
@@JIGSTA78blame the untrained migrants or the companies hiring untrained labor to save a buck?
Also, you have a twinkle in your eyes! It’s good to see you happy, healthy, and thriving. I hope your career continues to grow and make a positive impact on many lives 🔥🔥
♥️ Thank you so much 😊
The guy that was bagging you on ACA should have his work inspected, it sounds like he doesn’t do things right.
He looks dubious, 50 years he's been in control and that would include the years of Melbourne Gangland.
@@edgeGabe Looks like he won or was gifted a car recently. I wonder the back story!
so he's doing a shonky job himself but blames "migrant builders."
Old mate Howard needs a code red!!!
His feeling responsible because his been around for a long time and his let it happen. There is guilt there and he doesn't want to look bad. Typical rubbish politics and stupid old guy doesn't want to take responsibility.
He makes extremely good points. Of course standards are important
I Have been waiting for ACA to jump on board. About time the nation see whats happing out there. Hope this blows your channel up 100K+ here they come. Well done, I'm so happy for you.
Lol he already has more viewers than all of network television.
I’m a Construction Manager - Add this to your list…. Selleys “No More Gaps” is used by cowboy builders and we call it “No More Skills”… Can’t cut your timber straight, no worries, just use some “No More Skills” to fill your gaps…. 🤪
Two important points:-
1. Howard Ryan states that a non-painted door is a breach of manufacturer warranty. How is this factual when doors are painted on site by the builder/painter. Painting is not not undertaken offsite. These works are clearly incomplete works if OP has not been reached; OR a defect if an OP and/or Practical Completion has been granted.
2. It is a mute point, if Howard Ryan says that Standards and Tolerances are not relevant ... he says ... "A defect is only a defect if it is is in breach of the NCC; that's it." This is not the case if the Construction Contract requires Workmanship to be equivalent or better than the releavant Standards and Tolerances... If works are not in accordance with Contract, then it is a Contractual Breach.
Howard well known in the industry to help is builder mates...he's on the payroll
The owner would have to insert in the contract that the building works be built to the standards and no builder will do that.
While I absolutely agree that doors should be sealed with 2 coats, including inside of the handle cut outs and hinge check outs for external doors, the building douche is correct that it's just a warranty requirement... However it is also part of a long list of warranty requirements that I bet aren't being addressed...
Most manufacturers have clauses that external doors must have an extent of weather protection depending on the wind and terrain categorire, as well as direction. For example Corinthian specifies that external doors must have horizontal roof coverage to 1.5x the height of the door in West facing Urban environments. This is never enforced but it's as relevant as sealing the doors. They also specify the type and colour of the paint that can/can't be used to retain warranty.
Meanwhile the manufacturers also seem 6mm deflection on a 2040 door to be within manufacturing tolerance and not considered defective. Point being, sealed or not sealed, door manufacturers are as shoddy as the builders... The builder is still liable for the doors warranty if they didn't meet the warranty criteria, they just have to fork out to replace it themselves.
If we're paying for things like doors, countertops, appliances, balustrades, windows ($$$)... all these materials come with a warranty, right? Builders voiding that warranty from the outset is downright disrespectful, especially if they're not willing to cover it themselves and have a damn good reason for deviating from conditions.
You're awesome, a lot of current and potential homebuyers need more people like you out there keeping these builders, inspectors, tradies etc honest.
Keep pushing. Aus needs advocates for these home owners
Love from the US! Recently finished building my house and it was a nightmare! I hope you’re the leading light of change! Bless you brother!
I knew you’d make an impact. You’re a man of integrity.🤙
Good on you mate. You deserve all the recognition that you are getting. You are making a huge impact and I hope you stay on track and continue the good fight. All the best to you.
Zahir, keep going mate. It is crap when they try to undermine your credibility mate. You are by far so informative and helpful, that hopefully one day all these so called authorities will get their act together and remember after everything, it is the customers hard earned money and all they want is what they paid for and not to be ripped off. Stay gold bro!
So pleased to see someone's passion to do the right thing is taking off! congrats brother keep it up
I went for a job interview at a dodgy building surveyor in Balmain. The short of it was he explained that although their job was to certify that work was compliant with codes and legislation, it was the builders that paid them and as such they had to look after those builders as at the end of the day that’s who they were contracted to and that’s where their repeat business came from.
name them bro
That’s why the problem is in the system itself. You cannot have the regulators of the builders paid by the builders: conflict of interest.
The whole system is corrupt and broken.
@@sylviam6535 Precisely and that's why the building industry is so corrupted.
@@CitizenCraftymethod Yeah I have no idea who they are now, the interview was over a year ago otherwise I would consider it. Way of the world, every one is after the $ and not many people have a strand of integrity about them.
Bro I must tell you... you are one of my favorite people in Melbourne. you done a fantastic job for Melbourne people. keep up the good work brother we love you.
Thank you so much 😀
Raising awareness for what's going on you are what we need in government you are fantastic thank you!! ❤❤
Thanks for your work. The real estate market is totally broken. Crazy money for poor workship . We are 100% with you. I am ready to sign the petition to kick off that guy from his position.
100% support mate!!! We just need it to be fair for consumers too, if its a problem, bloody fix it.
Watched this last night and so happy to see it on A Current Affair. As being someone who has been stung with the absolute hell we went through and the quality of the home that my elderly parents Ended up with from Masterton which was very sub standard to say the least Thankfully there are people like you to bring things to light. I wanted to go to A Current Affair however Masterton advertises heavily with Chanel 9 So Thankyou it is a massive issue that needs to be governed 🙏🏻
Stop watching ACA if you value your mental health.
Being professional and not cutting corners. Congrats on the success, you deserve it.
Howard Ryan is a tool, he picks one thing like not painting tops and bottoms off doors having to be sealed is not an Australian regulations issue, just warranty, wtf, don’t you expect your 7 year structural warranty on all items when buying a new house?? So if the doors start to bulge from water and you make a claim you can expect to be told “Sorry it was not fitted as required for warranty”. Howard seems to be one of the Industries problems!!
Howard "the new australian immigrant" Ryan.
when you're making enemies, you're doing your job !!
Also that dumb inspector doesn’t realise that because the door warranty is voided due to not being finished to manufactures specification the builder has to pay for its rectification not the manufacturer or client.
I've spoken to a bunch of builders recently who have said that you have done a fantastic job keeping builders on their toes and they love watching your vids.
A couple have also called out the whole "calling things non-compliant when they aren't" thing as well so it was good to hear your side re. the tolerances.
Keep at it, you're doing the community a huge service!!
I think youve done a great job of raising awareness of dodgy practices in the building game and also giving some great basic knowledge of codes etc.
You are the protector of the the people. The government should be ashamed off how badly it has failed the people.
You are a true crusader for what should be right. This is what I want to build. These are the codes that need to be adhered to, what's the cost? Simple!
What a goose, go's on national TV and his argument is its not a breach of code, it's a breach of manufacturers warranty...icant believe I just heard that.. keep up te good work site inspections 👌
I just wanted to say thank you for inspecting my cousin's house recently. I won't say which one on here but I was really disappointed for them. I went over there for the first time last weekend, lovely house however so many defects that needed rectifying and a loss of friendship that they put trust on that project manager that has broken. You are doing gods work. Thank you.
Mate. You have IDed which video it is to anyone who has subbed for more than 6 months. You should delete the last 11 words in the 3rd sentence.
Are you dumb? Your "cousin" there's no such thing as a "cousin" that just sounds dumb and silly. Just some bullshit terminology that people created for who-knows what reason.
Love what you do as a father of an apprentice carpenter I regularly talk to him about your videos we are both fans and he says he's learned a fair amount from your videos, mostly it's the steel construction homes which his boss doesn't or hasn't yet built a new home using that type of framing but he's still learning a little here and there but it's making him a better builder so keep up the great work and keep them honest
Bloody legend. So good to see your reach expanding and going main stream. This will help more and more people as it snowballs. It goes without saying, but if I ever build a place, you’ll be #1 on my list to hire to inspect it!
Superstar Zahir! What a breath of fresh air!
Thank you 🙏♥️
oh, "it's only a breach of the warranty from the manufacturer"... ahh yeah, so it's not installed correctly.../
Keep up the good work Zahir!
After some big fires around the world with poor and mis installed materials, Its perplexing the salty inspector saying 'the videos does nothing for the industry".
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Well if that isn't a defect what is.... So it's good then and you sign off on it. What a joker.
Well done Zahir ! I applaud you for your continued efforts to bring the industry back in line.
I have spent 25+ years working with the engineering of footing designs for dwellings and every time I inspected a pre-pour footing or slab that did not comply with the design or the codes, I often found myself having to explain to the concretors, supervisors and even some builders that it is easier and in fact 'CHEAPER' to do it correct at the beginning rather than try and fix it later on. This principle actually applies all aspects of the build of course.
The astounding part of this is that it really does take some amount of effort to be lazy and not do things correctly so why not just simply complete it properly first time ?
This is one of the aspects of the industry frustrated me so much that I no longer work in it.
And that clown on ACA, jeez........
The NCC simply cannot cover every aspect of every build which is why the NCC references Australian Standards which in turn reference Manufacturers Specs and Guides and in turn reference 'standard & tolerances' documents etc. From a legal perspective it is necessary to not only look at NCC but look at every document that it directly references as well as the references in those subsequent documents to ensure everything is in complete compliance. If it is referenced, then it must be complied with regardless.
Every builder and relevant trade should be using every aspect of these documents to aspire to do their best job possible, hold themselves to high standards and earn a stellar reputation for their workmanship not just get in and get out as quickly as possible and leave a trail of destruction for someone else to clean up.
The QBCC in QLD ( a regulatory body) obviously rely on NCC and Standards etc. but they also use the Standards and Tolerances like a big stick so Howards comments about these documents essentially being erroneous are unfounded as the regulatory bodies heavily rely on them as does QCAT and industry experts and as mentioned above, legally any documents that are referenced should also be complied with.
Talk about being out of touch and a major part of the problem as well as being incompetent, well done Howard you are a clown !
If it was their homes, would they give a sh!t? Keep up the great work and keep the bastards honest!
That man on Current Affairs... Unbeeeeeeeeleeeeable.
I was cracking up when the guy said he pick on door seal all warranty work,Defect is a Defect .People pay big money, their live saving to buy that dream home. That guy is a non complaint himself with his work.
Good job, keep exposing these guys
5:08 is this guy serious? A breach of warranty is still a big deal
yeah if i pay 2 mill, u better do all of it, or go away.
"That's not a breach of the code, it's only a breach of the warranty standard" and he looked so proud when stating the comment. How irresponsible and disgusting! A breach is a breach and that's what building inspectors do. Why is this guy still in the industry honestly? Keep up the good work Zahir, you have our support! :)
yeah its unbelieaveable what he said on national television , I mean so what if its a breach of the warranty from the manufacturer, it still a breach, and that means the warranty is void if there's something wrong with the product because it wasnt installed properly , so if the door is warped, swollen and broken, becasue the top and bottom of the door is not properly sealed, then that's it, the owners have to pay for it. That old fart is talking off his arse.
Yeah, it's bullshit! Inagine taking your car to the mechanic, but the mechanic will only only look at issues that affect the car's legal roadworthy status and will ignore any other problems. You'd get a new mechanic, right?
Likewise, you expect a building inspector to be an expert on your behalf - to identify issues that you don't know how to identify or don't even know to check.
Before I moved to Australia, my experience with building inspectors was that they don't only point out noncompliance issues and warranty issues, but they will even point out expected wear-and-tear issues and give you some idea when these will have to be addressed and how expensive it is likely to be, so that you can negotiate the price to account for these upcoming maintenance issues.
Their job is not to get anyone in trouble; it's to make sure the buyer knows all the facts before they negotiate the biggest, most life-changing purchase of their life.
Keep fighting Zahir. You are a smart guy showing the issues in the industry. Hope it results in better education, not more red tape
Hi @johnno7429, I think the only way to fix the problems is to have more supervision on site, builders and site supervisors need to do their job and be at site everyday doing there own inspections and checks. Site supervisors should also be registered with VBA to ensure compliance is meet on site and they have answer for issues on site.
Mate you keep doing what your doing and the proof is in the building. If it's non compliant it's non compliant.
Yeah Z. Keep tellin' the truth bruv. More work for the honest, safe and qualified workers.....this is the way!👍👍
A great advocate of this channel. It's helped supplement the industry by highlighting the dangers facing consumers in this current building climate. Keep up the great work.
Well done bro!! You and your skillset are needed nationally.
Keep up the good work. You’re the only one on our side!!
Thank you for your service. Self regulating, what rubbish. Politicians cannot even self regulate themselves
If all the inspectors and builders had your integrity we would not have this issue in this country. Thank you for your integrity and assisting these poor people who are being blatantly ripped off.
Time to get some politicians involved, keep in rolling man! Thanks for being a force for good!!
Not going to happen.
The local MP for Preston replied to me and said the Minister in charge of the VBA would get back to me.
Nothing but crickets for 4 months.
The government wants to get housing built as fast as possible so they are going to let the owners take a brutal hit on quality to get there.
No doubt in 15 years time there will be so many places being demolished because of this and the housing crisis will be more or less the same and home owners will be poorer for it.
Its all coming out thanks to this channel. Thank you.
Would love to see a rental inspection. So many horrors.
Mate keep going, bring these builders and tradies in the industry to light, wish there was a triple like button.
Mate, u deserve all the success mate. Really. I work in construction, these dodgy tradies/builders etc make us all look bad. Australian standards/manufacturers instructions are there for a reason. Period. Cheap is never good. Quick is never good. Quality in never cheap. Shit needs to change
My thoughts exactly.
Agreed. Problem is none of this cheap for the consumer. Top money for piss poor work.
You are a HERO. Thank you so much
❤❤❤ Standing up for our citizens of Australia because the gov is doing NOTHING
Its CRIMINAL !!!
The hero we needed, onya champ !
The people who dislike you are the ones that don't count mate. fist video we watched gave us mad respect for you and what you do, keep charging forward m8 we all behind you and thankful for you
Keep doing what you’re doing zehir. I’m a licenced plumber in vic, do all my roofs properly and use all dambuster products. I constantly see non-compliant roofs. The industry is a shambles
Congrats on the success bro you deserve it!
Legend mate keep it up! We all have a responsibility to uphold standards and call out substandard crap. Whatever industry you’re in, do it best, make it best. Good enough or close enough doesn’t cut it. Our standards make us and our country great and are worth upholding and fight for.
Great work brother. Also, fck the mainstream media.
That man is mentally ill/corrupt................You are sooooo needed in this capacity. Good on you getting off the tools per se and helping people who have spent sooooo much money who have actually bought a lemon. We need more like you in this field of home inspections but you are the ORIGINAL!!! It is so refreshing! Where were you in 2014 when I desperately needed you with your unique skill set and expertise??
Working with too much builders glue
Wow a bit of industry jealousy here mate, this guy doesn't like being caught out so he's bad mouthing you to cover his own behind ...glad you did the ACA shame ACA weren't transparent to inform of who there bringing into the story but great come back keep us the great work
Bloke is drumming up business for himself.
"Howard Ryan has over 50 years within the Residential Building and Inspection Industries, he is often called upon as an expert witness in property and building disputes."
I'm in the world of compliance and regulation - love your work Zahir
mainstream media was lucky to have you on! Hope they paid well.
Thank you! The consumer has rights too.
Keep fighting the good fight Zahir 👊🏽
Love your work brother ❤
Good on you mate!!!!! Youre doing the industry a favour mate. You’re very honest
Good move. They need to do these stories more and if they can't, then direct people to channels like these. The news tells us how expensive houses are 3 times a day but will expose a dodgy builder like once a month or less..... Even if by some miracle you're able to scrape by and buy a house you get ripped off.
This is why channels like this became so popular, people found out how bad and widespread the building standards issues are....
Continue to do the fantastic honest work you do. The innocent consumers need your voice 😊
Easy big fella, no need to defend against that hater, ACA always has a counter to the story, show weakness caring about that, you came out looking good and your subs will grow, relax
Bloody legend mate, keep up the great work. Let's gooooooo
Congrats brother!! Legend.
Watching this feels like being on a rollercoaster ride through the Wild West of home building! We've got cowboys, dodgy handiwork, and a TikTok inspector who's basically the Sherlock Holmes of construction.
....please keep ''doing the right thing" bless you and your bodyguards
Keep up the good work Zahir!
Love your work, keep doing what you're doing.
Corruption needs to be called out.
I’m not a religious man but I believe you’re doing Gods work.
One step forward to make Australia better in the building industry ❤
Well done mate