In today's eye-opening episode, we dive deep into a story that hits close to home, both literally and figuratively. A homeowner embarks on a journey to build their dream home with a budget exceeding $2.1 million, entrusting the project to a family friend turned project manager. What was supposed to be a partnership built on trust quickly spirals into a cautionary tale of manipulation, greed, and sabotage.

The TikTok Inspector Conflict: When the project manager realises the homeowner enlisted the help of a renowned TikTok inspector for quality assurance, tensions flare. The inspector, known for his thorough and unbiased reviews, faces harassment on social media, a testament to the project manager's desperation to conceal the shoddy workmanship under his supervision.

A Cascade of Non-Compliance: Our comprehensive inspection uncovers a litany of issues. From the ceiling's frame installation that blatantly disregards the stamped truss layout to the evidently compromised structural integrity, the depth of negligence is alarming. The waterproofing and Hebel cladding installations are far from compliant, and the framing itself violates basic standards.

The Financial Toll: With the project manager pocketing over $250,000 and the concrete work alone costing around $200,000, the financial strain on the homeowner is immense. The situation worsens when, upon further evaluation by a qualified engineer, it's determined that the concrete work is so subpar it necessitates complete replacement.

A Trust Betrayed: This tale is not just about financial loss but a profound breach of trust between the homeowner, now an unwitting owner-builder, and a project manager who was considered a family friend.

A Call to Action: This episode isn't merely a recount of events but a stern warning to homeowners about the pitfalls of unchecked trust, especially in construction projects of such magnitude. It's a reminder of the importance of due diligence, independent inspections, and the right to seek transparency and accountability at every construction phase.

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This episode aims to educate, inform, and inspire action among homeowners and aspiring owner-builders, highlighting the critical need for vigilance and the value of expert inspection in safeguarding against costly construction disasters.

🚨 UPDATE 13-03-2024

Owner Builder Nightmare - Swift Action Taken By RBS/Certifier ! 🚨

We’re thrilled to share an impactful update on our latest exposé, “Owner Builder Nightmare: $2.1M Project Sabotaged by Family Friend’s Greed!” released just this Sunday night. Within a mere two days of our video going public, the Building Surveyor has acted decisively, issuing a building notice demanding immediate rectification of the work. This rapid response underscores the significant influence Site Inspection wields through our detailed reports and inspection videos.

Here’s a sneak peek at the extract from the building notice - it seems the Project Shemozzler has a challenging road ahead. We cannot thank our community enough for your unwavering support and engagement with our content. Your involvement is crucial in driving these outcomes and ensuring accountability in the construction industry.

Stay tuned for further updates as this situation unfolds. Together, we’re making a difference, one inspection at a time!



Chapters:
Into: 00:00:00
Hebel Inspection: 00:09:42
Roof Frame Inspection: 00:22:06
Bathrooms Inspection: 00:44:45
Concrete Inspection: 00:52:58
Lady Incident: 01:12:41