CSIRO – Foundation Maintenance and Footing Performance: A Homeowner’s Guide
A practical guide explaining how soil moisture changes can affect building foundations and contribute to movement and cracking. It also outlines maintenance measures that may help reduce the risk of foundation movement.
Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia – Technical Note 61: Articulated Walling
Technical information about articulation joints in masonry walls constructed on concrete slabs or strip footings, including how these joints help accommodate movement and reduce uncontrolled cracking.
Building and Plumbing Commission – Minimising Foundation Movement and Damage to Your House
Homeowner guidance about the causes and signs of foundation movement, together with practical measures involving drainage, vegetation and moisture management that may help protect a building.
Building and Plumbing Commission – Guide to Standards and Tolerances
A reference guide for builders and property owners outlining commonly accepted standards and tolerances for domestic building work. It can help readers understand how variations, defects and workmanship are generally assessed.
Consumer Affairs Victoria – Domestic Building Consumer Guide
This guide explains a homeowner’s rights and responsibilities when entering a major domestic building contract. It covers important matters including the building contract, cooling-off period, permits, insurance, variations, progress payments, warranties and what to do if a problem arises. Calcon provides this guide to clients before they sign a major domestic building contract.
