When owners hires an architect to design and contractors to build their new home, the owner can uses the services of a qualified professional inspector to act as the Owner’s Representative. An Owner’s Representative can also be effective on a renovation project. The Owner’s Representative attends to the details during the construction period including:
- witnesses key milestones
- ensures that the materials supplied are according to specifications
- verifies the quality of construction
- reviews progress payments
- issues deficiency notices
- follows-up on issues needing resolution by either owner or contractor