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Home Building Disputes

HOME BUILDING DISPUTE LAWYERS SYDNEY

Home Building Dispute Specialists

Our home building dispute lawyers in Sydney have a wide breadth of experience in helping both homeowners and builders with adept resolution strategies and expert legal guidance.

Comprehensive Range of Services

From contract disputes to construction defects and statutory warranty claims, Kells works with you to resolve conflicts and protect your legal rights throughout the home building process.

Conveniently Accessible

With offices across Sydney and the Illawarra, our team is easily accessible and ready to answer any questions you may have about your case.

Bespoke Legal Solutions

At Kells, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all advice. We take the time to analyse your situation and offer advice that protects your interests and keeps your projects moving.

Here To Help

As one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, building a home comes with high expectations — and a long, detailed process that doesn’t always go to plan. Delays, contract disputes, and construction issues can arise at any stage of the project lifecycle, which makes getting legal advice important to ensure your rights are protected. Whether problems surface during the build or long after completion, our Sydney home building dispute lawyers are here to provide sound legal advice to homeowners and builders, with the goal of helping resolve disputes efficiently and keep your investment secure.

Construction & Development

Area of Expertise

How Can Our Sydney Home Building Dispute Lawyers Help?

Building a home in Sydney isn’t just a project — it’s a dream in the making, one that takes time, trust, and a solid plan. When legal disputes arise, what should be an exciting milestone can quickly become frustrating, stressful, and expensive. That’s where Kells comes in.

Our Sydney home building dispute lawyers have a wide breadth of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating home building contracts — whether standard agreements from industry bodies like the Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Master Builders Association or custom contracts drafted for specific projects.


We work closely with both homeowners and builders to make sure contracts are rock-solid from the start, reducing the risk of disputes down the line. Our team gets involved at every stage — reviewing agreements, clarifying obligations, and stepping in when issues arise — so you’re never left guessing about your rights or next steps.


Most importantly, we make sure you fully understand your rights and obligations, so you're prepared to address any challenges that may come up along the way. Whether you’re dealing with contract disputes, delays, or construction defects, our Sydney home building dispute lawyers are here to protect your interests while helping you achieve a fair resolution.

Home Building Disputes

If a dispute relating to residential building works arises during or after the construction process, our team are experienced in providing direct and timely advice to both Homeowners and Builders about either party’s rights and obligations under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) (HB Act).


Timing is often a key factor when asserting your rights or responding to claims under the HB Act. When legal action becomes necessary, you can count on us for quick, practical advice on the following matters:


  • What is a defect?
  • Has there been a breach of a statutory warranty under the HB Act?
  • Does the breach amount to a major defect or minor defect?
  • How does the characterisation of a defect as either major or minor affect either party’s entitlement to relief?
  • Has there been a failure to mitigate loss which will affect homeowner’s entitlement to relief?
  • Are there any defences available [to the Builder] under the HB Act?


If a dispute cannot be settled through direct negotiation, our team is experienced in representing both homeowners and builders — whether sole traders or large-scale project home builders — through every stage of the litigation process.


We assist with alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation and conciliation, and provide representation in all legal jurisdictions, from the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) to the Local, District, and Supreme Courts.

Speak to Our Sydney Home Building Dispute Lawyers Today

We help protect your investment by resolving disputes effectively and minimising legal risks — so your project stays on track and your returns remain secure.

Get Expert Legal Advice for Home Building Disputes in Sydney

If you're facing a dispute over residential building work or need legal guidance on your rights and obligations, our team is here to help. Contact us today, and one of our Sydney home building dispute lawyers will be in touch to discuss your situation.

Construction & Development

Area of Expertise

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