Anthony Painter
Anthony is a construction professional with more than 24 years of experience in residential construction with a bachelors degree in Construction Management + Cert 4 in Waterproofing + WHS Officer
What’s the Point of the NCC and Australian Standards if Trades and Builders Ignore Them (or they're not enforced)?
The National Construction Code and Australian Standards should guarantee quality homes. But in reality, many builders ignore them. Why does this happen, and how can we fix it?
We Ask ChatGPT To Review: Burbank Homes
We ask ChatGPT for its unbiased review of home builder Burbank Homes. Read on to learn what it had to say.
We Ask ChatGPT To Review: Metricon
We ask ChatGPT for its unbiased review of home builder Metricon. Read on to learn what it had to say.
New Blog Series: Builders Specifications and Inclusions Reviews - We ask ChatGPT
Understanding builder specifications and inclusions lists can feel like solving a puzzle without knowing the rules of engagement. That’s why we’re launching a new series asking ChatGPT to provide clear, unbiased reviews of the major Project Builders.
C14 Checklist: The Homeowner’s Guide to Ceramic Tile Design & Installation
Planning ceramic tiling in your new home? The C14 Ceramic Tile Design & Installation Checklist is your step-by-step guide to getting it right the first time. From material selection to installation quality checks, we break it down so you can protect your investment and avoid costly rework.
C12 The Fixing Stage Checklist: Your almost done!
The fixing stage is when plasterboard, cornices, joinery and tiling lock your home’s interior in place. I’ll walk you through the C12 Fixing Stage Checklist that helps you inspect gyprock, joinery, eaves, and tiling to avoid future issues.
Our Checklists are chonky, and we know it. Here's Why
Yes, our checklists are long—and that’s on purpose. We're building tools that actually help you spot the issues, ask the right questions, and hold your builder to standard. This is just the beginning. Here's why the details matter—and where we’re heading next.
