VCAT & Building Dispute Reports
Facing a building dispute? BSS Group provides expert independent reports for VCAT hearings, court proceedings, and mediation — helping you reach a faster, fairer resolution.
Independent Advice You Can Rely On
Authoritative Reports
All reports are prepared by qualified staff with vast industry experience, under the supervision of a BSS Director - built to withstand scrutiny at VCAT or in court.
Truly Independent
Our advice is impartial and independent. We have no relationship with builders or developers - our job is to give you an accurate, unbiased account of the facts.
Cost Estimates
We provide detailed cost estimates for rectifying defects, giving you and your solicitor a clear picture of what fair compensation or remediation should look like.
Minimise Delays
BSS Group helps minimise the time taken to reach a resolution, getting your life and your project back on track as quickly as possible.
When dealing directly with your builder has not worked.
It is an unfortunate reality that certain problems between owners and builders can escalate to legal action. When you have been unable to reach a satisfactory conclusion by dealing with your builder directly, BSS Group provides the expert independent advice you need.
We conduct thorough assessments of any defects and develop authoritative reports that can be used by your solicitor to reach an agreement at a preliminary or mediation stage - minimising the costs and stress associated with VCAT hearings and litigation.
Our team has a proven track record for providing practical, useful information. With decades of experience across residential and commercial disputes, we know exactly what tribunals and courts need to see.
See How Building Disputes are Resolved
Watch our team walk through the dispute resolution process from start to finish.
Building Disputes We Can Help With
BSS Group provides clear, authoritative advice in relation to building codes and standards across a wide range of dispute types.
Common Building Defects
- error Bowed slabs and uneven floors
- error Shoddy or cracking brickwork
- error Leaning or bowing walls
- error Drainage problems and stormwater issues
- error Foundation movement and slab heave
- error Leaking roofs and balconies
- error Dampness and moisture ingress
- error Incomplete or substandard finishing works
Step-by-Step Path to Resolution
- check_circle Raise your concerns with your builder in the first instance
- check_circle Contact BSS Group - we assess the defects and advise on next steps
- check_circle We recommend measures ranging from mediation through to legal action
- check_circle We develop cost estimates for all rectification works
- check_circle We provide a report for your solicitor to use at mediation stage
- check_circle If mediation fails, we prepare reports suitable for VCAT or court
- check_circle We can attend hearings as an expert witness if required
What Our Clients Say
"Your report gave us the confidence to push on, knowing we could take it to VCAT if we had to. In the end, we didn't have to. That has a lot to do with you — especially the follow-up calls during the DBDRV process, which we appreciate enormously."
"Hugh O'Brien from BSS delivered a detailed VCAT report with cost estimates and scope of work. His thoroughness and expertise were instrumental in addressing all issues. We settled the case with the builder, largely thanks to Hugh's knowledge and diligence."
"What a great Building Consultancy. Ian Johnson's comprehensive building report, costing report, and supplementary report were outstanding. Ian's reports resulted in the builder being placed into external administration."
Need expert support for a building dispute?
Contact BSS Group today for independent advice and a report that gives you the best possible chance of a fair resolution.