Builder Research Blog — Australian Consumer Protection

⚠ Industry news

Australian builder collapses 2025: Clarke Homes, J&CG, Roberts Co

3,490 construction firms collapsed in FY2024–25 — a record. What happened with Clarke Homes, J&CG Constructions and Roberts Co, and what it means for anyone building or renovating.

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🔥 Builder scams

Phoenix builders: how the scam works and how to spot one before they take your money

Builder phoenixing — liquidating a company to escape debts, then reopening under a new name — is an epidemic in Australia’s construction sector. Here’s how it works and what to look for.

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⚠ Financial risk

5 signs your builder is in financial trouble — before they take your money

Builder insolvency destroys homeowners mid-project. These five warning signs are visible before you sign — if you know what to look for.

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🛡 Insurance

What home warranty insurance doesn’t cover — and what to do about it

Home warranty insurance sounds reassuring. Most homeowners discover the gaps in their cover only after something goes wrong. Here’s what it actually protects you from — and what it leaves uncovered.

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🛠️ Owner building

Owner builder in Australia: the legal obligations and risks most people don’t know about

Owner building is booming as an alternative to the collapsed builder market. But the legal obligations are significant — and the tradies you hire still need to be checked.

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📋 Licence checks

How to read a builder’s licence — and what the categories actually mean

A current licence isn’t enough. You need to know what it actually authorises. A guide to reading builder licence categories, conditions and restrictions across Australian states.

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The builder research blog

Australian builder collapses 2025: Clarke Homes, J&CG, Roberts Co

Phoenix builders: how the scam works and how to spot one before they take your money

5 signs your builder is in financial trouble — before they take your money

What home warranty insurance doesn’t cover — and what to do about it

Owner builder in Australia: the legal obligations and risks most people don’t know about

How to read a builder’s licence — and what the categories actually mean