Illawarra builder accused of shoddy work

Dec. 20, 2013, 10 p.m.

Maureen and Michael Sullivan outside their home at Yallah.

A high-profile builder who won this year's Illawarra Business Leader of the Year Award has come under attack from several home owners who claim their houses contained defective and poor quality workmanship.

Jason Gow, managing director of Gow Constructions, which owns the Illawarra franchise of G.J. Gardner Homes, received the prestigious title in October for his business achievements and community work. He was also highly commended in the 2013 Illawarra Building and Construction Awards in recognition of his commitment to customer service.

The award has outraged some of his former clients, who struggled for years to have a series of defects in their homes, which were still under warranty, rectified.

G.J. Gardner Homes Jason and Stacey Gow.

Many of the issues are similar in nature and involve drainage, waterproofing, painting, brickwork and roof defects.

Mr Gow, who is the face of the company, owns Gow Constructions with wife Stacey, who manages the company's business accounts.

The pair are involved in many events and charities including the Great Illawarra Walk for Camp Quality and the Leukaemia Foundation. Mr Gow is also vice-president of the Illawarra Master Builders Association.

Following weeks of investigation, the Illawarra Mercury has spoken with 10 people who have had dealings with Gow Constructions.

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