Having issues with a builder, contractor, owner, or construction project?
Building disputes can quickly become stressful, expensive, and emotionally exhausting — especially when defects remain unresolved or communication breaks down.
BuildingCertificate provides independent construction mediation and dispute resolution services across Western Australia, including Australia-wide online mediation services.
We assist homeowners, builders, contractors, developers, strata stakeholders, and legal professionals in resolving construction disputes through practical and solution-focused mediation.
Many clients contact us when they feel overwhelmed by construction defects, delays, compliance concerns, or uncertainty about the next step forward.
We assist parties involved in residential, commercial, strata, and construction-related disputes across Perth and Western Australia
Why Choose Our Construction Mediation Services
Accredited AMDRAS Mediator
Building Surveyor (WA)
Strong NCC and building compliance knowledge
Experience with building disputes and unauthorised works
Technical understanding of construction defects and compliance issues
Independent and neutral approach
Australia-wide online mediation available
Practical construction-focused solutions
Experience with CDC and CBC compliance matters
Common Building Disputes We Assist With
Payment disputes, overcharging, and unexpected variation claims
Builder refusing to rectify defective building work
Incomplete or defective construction work
Non-compliant building work
Delays and contractual disputes
Variations and scope disagreements
Unauthorised or retrospective building works
Residential and commercial construction disputes
NCC compliance and certification issues
Communication breakdowns between parties
Resolve Disputes Before Escalation to DMIRS or SAT
Many building disputes begin with frustration, stress, communication breakdowns, and uncertainty about what to do next.
Parties often become focused on blame, legal costs, and formal action instead of practical resolution.
In Western Australia, disputes commonly progress through DMIRS and may later proceed to the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT), which can become time-consuming, expensive, and stressful for all parties involved.
Construction mediation provides an opportunity to:
Communicate openly in a structured environment
Better understand each party’s concerns
Explore practical construction-focused solutions
Resolve disputes earlier and more cost-effectively
Avoid lengthy formal proceedings where possible
Advantages of Construction Mediation
Faster resolution compared to tribunal or court proceedings
Lower legal and expert witness costs
Flexible and practical solutions
Confidential and private process
Encourages cooperation instead of confrontation
Helps preserve professional and business relationships
Reduces stress and emotional pressure
Allows parties to focus on practical outcomes
Construction Mediation with NCC & Building Compliance Knowledge
Unlike many general mediators, BuildingCertificate combines mediation services with practical building surveying and NCC compliance knowledge.
This allows parties to better understand:
Possible compliance concerns
Construction defects and technical issues
Retrospective approval requirements
NCC-related matters
Practical pathways toward resolution
Our role is to facilitate communication and help parties explore resolution options in an independent and neutral manner.
Who We Assist
We assist:
Homeowners
Builders and contractors
Developers
Strata stakeholders
Commercial property owners
Lawyers and professional representatives
Australia-Wide Online Mediation Available
Online mediation services are available Australia-wide, allowing parties to participate remotely in a flexible and convenient manner.