She'll be right
By George Giannakakis · B.Arch.Studies · M.Arch (UniSA) · RLA300580
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"Slab is 15mm out of level? She'll be right." (It was not right.)
She'll be right explained in detail
It will be fine. The most dangerous phrase in Australian building. Sometimes it genuinely will be. Often it means nobody wants to redo the work. If you hear it about waterproofing, footings, termite barriers or electrical, it will not be right. Ask for it in writing.
Industry advisor Ryan Gazzard joins us to cut through the noise: what’s genuinely working in home building right now - and where projects keep falling short. We unpack clear briefs and realistic budgets, expectation management, and the systems great builders use. Walk away with practical steps to de-risk your build before you sign.
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