In this conversation, I speak with Jake Turner, a tradie turned building surveyor and founder of JT Certification Services. We discuss Jake's journey in the construction industry, the importance of quality control, and the challenges faced in building compliance and regulations. Jake emphasises the need for better education and communication within the industry, as well as the significance of energy efficiency in building performance. The conversation highlights the role of private certifiers in streamlining processes and the necessity for collaboration among builders and certifiers to improve outcomes.

Useful links

JT Certification Services - Mount Gambier - website

Robe Passive House- Instagram

Sean Maxwell - ATTMA Aus and NZ Scheme Manager -

W: https://www.bcta.group/attma/attma-anz/ 

E: [email protected]

What does a building surveyor do? - “The report found building surveyors were more than seven times more likely to have their registrations cancelled than any other class of building practitioner.”

Mouldy frames in Adelaide - Instagram post

Australian College of Environmental Studies - do you want to become a building biologist?

What is NatHERS

SA’s building code paused for 10 years

National Building Code Pause until 2029

The TikTok Inspector - TikTok account

Shine Hub - smart affordable solar and battery solutions

Social Media Links

Building Sciology

Cimasure (sponsor)

Enduro Builders (sponsor)