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Construction Matters Podcast New Episode: Brick By Brick – Quality Isn’t Optional
Welcome to the latest episode of Construction Matters. Today, we explore the construction industry, highlighting the importance and the necessity of maintaining high construction quality. We're joined by Michelle Carr, a seasoned expert in building and construction quality, who will provide context and insight into the prevalent challenges that influence the standards and safety of the buildings where we live and work.
The significance of quality in construction transcends mere technical requirements; it is integral to ensuring safety, enhancing durability, and fostering public trust. Throughout this episode, we will explore various common shortcomings within the construction industry, emphasizing why high standards must be a priority to preserve the integrity of both individual buildings and entire communities.
Our discussion aims to shed light on the typical issues surrounding building compliance, highlighting that everyday practices on construction sites often fall short of what is necessary. It is crucial for the industry to transcend a checkbox approach to compliance, and instead, cultivate a culture where excellence and diligence are fundamental values.
Moreover, we will address builders, developers, and other stakeholders' responsibilities in consistently upholding these standards. Insights will be shared on the systemic measures required to ensure that every construction project is initiated correctly and concludes with a structure that meets high-quality standards.
Given the chance, we will explore the broader consequences of neglecting construction standards. The risks associated with taking shortcuts can lead to significant safety hazards, necessitating costly repairs and retrofits. Beyond the immediate dangers, such practices can detrimentally affect property values, environmental performance, and erode public trust in the construction sector.
This episode also considers how these pervasive issues affect various stakeholders—from homeowners and property professionals to investors and policymakers—and underscores the collective role in demanding better quality and accountability.
The conversation will be enriched with observations on how quality, or the lack thereof, in construction practices can influence long-term outcomes for urban development and community well-being. We will discuss the impact of construction quality on sustainable building practices and the importance of integrating environmental considerations into construction standards.
Join me, Hamish McLay, along with our host Gareth Wax and guest Michelle Carr, as we delve into these pressing issues today at 1pm. It's time to reflect on the critical role of quality in construction and its impact on our future.
Remember, "You can’t build a strong future on weak foundations." This discussion is not just timely but essential for anyone invested in the long-term sustainability and safety of our built environments.
For questions, experiences, or to participate in future episodes, please reach out to Hamish McLay atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
The significance of quality in construction transcends mere technical requirements; it is integral to ensuring safety, enhancing durability, and fostering public trust. Throughout this episode, we will explore various common shortcomings within the construction industry, emphasizing why high standards must be a priority to preserve the integrity of both individual buildings and entire communities.
Our discussion aims to shed light on the typical issues surrounding building compliance, highlighting that everyday practices on construction sites often fall short of what is necessary. It is crucial for the industry to transcend a checkbox approach to compliance, and instead, cultivate a culture where excellence and diligence are fundamental values.
Moreover, we will address builders, developers, and other stakeholders' responsibilities in consistently upholding these standards. Insights will be shared on the systemic measures required to ensure that every construction project is initiated correctly and concludes with a structure that meets high-quality standards.
Given the chance, we will explore the broader consequences of neglecting construction standards. The risks associated with taking shortcuts can lead to significant safety hazards, necessitating costly repairs and retrofits. Beyond the immediate dangers, such practices can detrimentally affect property values, environmental performance, and erode public trust in the construction sector.
This episode also considers how these pervasive issues affect various stakeholders—from homeowners and property professionals to investors and policymakers—and underscores the collective role in demanding better quality and accountability.
The conversation will be enriched with observations on how quality, or the lack thereof, in construction practices can influence long-term outcomes for urban development and community well-being. We will discuss the impact of construction quality on sustainable building practices and the importance of integrating environmental considerations into construction standards.
Join me, Hamish McLay, along with our host Gareth Wax and guest Michelle Carr, as we delve into these pressing issues today at 1pm. It's time to reflect on the critical role of quality in construction and its impact on our future.
Remember, "You can’t build a strong future on weak foundations." This discussion is not just timely but essential for anyone invested in the long-term sustainability and safety of our built environments.
For questions, experiences, or to participate in future episodes, please reach out to Hamish McLay at
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