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Aug 3, 2026 42 min

When a Cheap Renovation Becomes A Nightmare - Ep 052

from The MTDC Lounge Hosted by Matt Turner

A renovation shortcut might feel cheaper at the start, but it can become devastating when council, certifiers, engineers or future buyers start asking questions. In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt and Mitch explain why unapproved works are such a serious issue for homeowners. They cover garage conversions, illegal granny flats, Building Information Certificates, title insurance, building and pest reports, cash jobs, missing contracts, waterproofing, structural issues, and why doing things properly from the start can save enormous stress later. This is a must-listen for anyone buying a home, renovating, adding a granny flat, converting a garage, or being told by someone that approval “probably isn’t needed.” Book a free no-obligation home design consultation with MT Design Collective at www.mtdesign.com.au/consultation.

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