When a front door will not seal in Donnybrook
Draughts, water and what the standard actually requires.
In short: An investigation followed an owner's concern that the front entry door would not seal.
The complaint
Draughts and water at the front entry, with the builder maintaining the door was within tolerance.
What was found
Evidence that the door did not provide an adequate seal.
Why it matters
An entry door that will not seal costs comfort and energy, and lets water reach the floor covering.
How it gets resolved
The report states the finding against the requirement rather than describing the symptom.
If it escalates
The defect report becomes the basis for an expert witness report if it reaches the tribunal.
Written by the Owner Inspections team from inspections carried out in Donnybrook. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
