Category Archives: independent engineers

Independent Engineering Services In Complex Claims: How To Avoid Costly Structural Surprises

Engineer inspecting property and roof damage after a storm

In late November 2025 severe storms pounded eastern Australia. The Insurance Council declared a catastrophe and more than 16 000 insurance claims were lodged across 140 postcodes in south-east Queensland. This is not an unusual story, as Australian’s we a use to wild weather catastrophes, but are our property’s? Witnessing builders shore up hail-damaged property, […]

Certified vs Registered Engineers: What Owners Need to Know in Australia

Engineer on site reviewing report

Australia’s construction sector is tightening professional standards after several building failures. New state laws require many engineering tasks to be carried out or signed off by registered engineers, while Engineers Australia’s Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) credential remains a respected marker of expertise. For insurers, loss assessors and property owners, knowing the difference if between certification […]

Solving Complex Construction Challenges: Independent Engineering Advice for Property Managers

Engineer assessing moisture reading

A week of rain, a line of leak alerts and three lift stops out of service. That is a typical Monday for many strata and property managers, and it is where evidence beats opinion. This guide explains how to commission and use independent engineering advice so decisions are defensible and works proceed without rework. Independent […]

Keeping Buildings Safe: Independent Structural Certification Explained

australian houses with solar panels

Claims adjusters need structural calls that stand up to audit. When safety or compliance is in question, independent structural certification gives a clear line from on‑site evidence to a lawful repair outcome. MBC provides this nationally using registered engineers working alongside licensed building consultants so that occupancy and reinstatement decisions are based on facts. Fairness […]

Navigating disputes over workmanship: how independent engineers support fair outcomes

house severely damaged after disaster

Workmanship disputes have become a persistent challenge across Australia’s construction and property sectors. A growing percentage of our work relates to litigation or private individuals battling builders whose workmanship they are unhappy with. Whether insurers are addressing claims, real estate managers are resolving maintenance disputes, or developers are facing allegations of defective builds, the stakes […]