Why use an Architect as your Inspector, instead of a ‘tradie’ carpenter or builder?
The Building Act and the QBSA go a long way in responding to this. An Architect in general has 6
years tertiary training, which is then often coupled with extensive on site experience in a ‘contract
administration’ role throughout building construction phase – reviewing the quality of built works,
directing defects to be rectified and valuing the works to authorise payment- as a part of their core
professional responsibilities. The Building Act recognises that amount of specialist expertise of an
architect, therefore are not required to be licensed by the QBSA to carry out inspections. In short,
unlike other inspectors, architects come pre-qualified and therefore don’t require additional training
to attain competency.
Still feel a ‘tradie’ carpenter or builder might have more practical experience?
Before I became an Architect, I was a ‘tradie’ (Gold Card Contractors license No’s 071294)
- Carpentry and Joinery;
- Metal Fabrication
- The Principal is also licensed and experienced in Termite Management (BSA license No.
71294).
An architect and a ‘tradie’! Is there anyone more qualified for advice on your potential future
property, or its future potential?