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Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Members deliver high-quality services

Tuesday, 04 April 2023   (0 Comments)

There are many instances where homeowners have engaged the services of a contractor only to discover that the quality of the completed work was poor or disputes arose during the execution of the project. To ensure peace of mind, it is recommended to engage the services of contractors who are members of Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal.

Members of the Association subscribe to a Member Code of Conduct and understand the importance of, inter alia, quality when it comes to executing a project. In addition, if contractual, regulatory, or building-related legal disputes arise, they can be addressed by the Association. A contractor who is a member of the Association is obligated to account for their actions in line with the Member Code of Conduct.

The homeowner, who has appointed a contractor, anticipates that the project should meet the degree of quality that has been predetermined long before actual construction commences and this is defined in the scope of works document. In accordance with the requirements of the client, best practice and the law, a professional provides project specifications that establish the standards for the project's quality. It is the responsibility of the construction team to meet the required quality and specifications.

In construction, the project's quality standards are typically outlined in the specifications. Although these terms are open to interpretation; standards may be briefly defined by the specifications which are based on good practice, the specific requirements of the work to be undertaken and applicable regulations. The contractor needs to be able to demonstrate that they have fulfilled the specifications' quality requirements.

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal members have undertaken to provide high-quality services through their membership of the Association. The ‘Find a Builder/Supplier’ function on the Association’s website enables members of the public to select from a large list of reliable service providers. Utilising the services of members of Master Builders KwaZulu Natal comes with the assurance that the service provider is bound by the Association’s Code of Conduct and that the Association is available to mediate any issues that may arise at no cost to the client or service provider.

Members of Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal receive expert support and advice for matters relating to their business which includes, inter alia, construction contractual, Health and Safety, Labour Relations and furthermore have access to training and development opportunities.

Please contact Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal for further information on becoming a member or any queries relating to utilising our existing members.  

 

Zola Sikrweqe

Membership Manager