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Getting a Mickleham builder to act on a report

Writing, escalating and the Victorian path.

Mickleham 3064 · 6 May 2026

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  • Building & Plumbing Commission (VIC) Building & Plumbing Commission
  • Australian Society of Building Consultants Australian Society of Building Consultants
  • Strata Community Association Strata Community Association
  • Building Dispute Practitioners Society Building Dispute Practitioners Society

In short: A report only works if it is used properly. This is the sequence.

Put it in writing

Send the numbered list by email with a date you expect a response by. You will be asked later whether you did.

Be specific

Quote the item number and the clause it falls under. A general complaint gets a general answer.

Allow reasonable time

Then follow up in writing again and keep the chain intact.

Escalate

The Building and Plumbing Commission dispute resolution service, formerly DBDRV.

Then VCAT

The Building and Property List, where you need an expert witness report rather than a defect report.

Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Mickleham. Licensed building practitioners.

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FAQ

Questions Mickleham owners ask about this

How long is reasonable?

It depends on the item, but put a date in writing.

Do I need a lawyer?

Not for the dispute service.

Does it cost?

Check the current position with the Commission.

Can you attend VCAT?

Yes, once the report has been upgraded to expert witness form.

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