Maylands couple locked out of defect-riddled home | 7NEWS

A Maylands couple claims their home construction has become a nightmare, with their builder, Sovereign Building Company, locking them out of an unfinished property riddled with defects. Building reports have identified major structural issues including incorrectly strapped roof frames, substandard brickwork, walls out of level, and waterproofing not meeting Australian standards. Building and Energy issued a directive in August to fix 49 defects within 70 days, but almost none have been addressed despite the deadline expiring. Subscribe and set 🔔 » https://7news.link/YTSubscribe | For the latest Australian news and breaking news alerts, connect with 7NEWS online: Visit » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ 7NEWS Podcast » https://open.spotify.com/user/dm9fk9h... Facebook »   / 7newsaustralia   TikTok »   / 7newsaustralia   Instagram »   / 7newsaustralia   X » https://x.com/7NewsAustralia 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show, Spotlight and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7 News Australia full broadcasts and full episodes at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus. #BREAKINGNEWS #7NEWS