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> The building and construction industry remains highly volatile. In 2024 ASIC recorded over 3,000 Australian construction sector insolvencies. It’s important to be aware that if interest rates and inflation…

To ensure the best possible outcome, and a minimum of stress during construction, you’ll need to appoint more than just a builder. We all want our project to be delivered…

We all want our project done right, and delivered on time, and on budget. Right? Your builder arguably has the greatest influence on the overall success of your project. Therefore,…

First things first, far too many people rush the process of choosing a builder. Builder selection is the most important step in a building project. Slow down, it’s not a…

Often unconsciously, we make ‘custom vs volume’ purchase decisions every day. When we buy clothes, food, even haircuts we evaluate convenience and price over amenity and a bespoke solution. Firstly,…

All designers and architects have their own style and personal preferences. You’re the only person that knows what’s going to satisfy your needs for your building project. The design task…

Every building project needs a set of plans. The people who produce the plans are architects, building designers or a drafting service. It may be an over-simplification, but an architect…

ABUTMENT: That part of a pier or wall either end of an arch, beam, or bridge which resists the pressure of a load. AGGREGATE: The crushed stone or alternative substance…

You’ve done the research, sought advice and signed the contract - the heavy lifting begins now! Priority number one is to have a professional and positive relationship with your builder. Firstly,…

The Regulations: There are literally thousands of regulations applicable to building works in Victoria. Consumers can access the regulations and practice notes (further explanation advice) from the Victorian Building Authority…

The role of the building surveyor is to verify that your building work meets the minimum regulations and standards. An appropriately qualified Victorian building surveyor can explain the regulations to…

Mandated Building Insurance: The Victorian Domestic Building Insurance (DBI) scheme is commonly known as a policy of ‘last resort’. This means that unless a building project cannot be completed, or…

Australian Building Codes Board Australian Institute of Building Surveyors Australian Tile Council Inc. Australian Timber Database Architects Registration Board of Victoria (ARBV) Association of Building Sustainability Assessors Association of Consulting…

The reality is there are several thousand new formal building disputes recorded in Victoria each year. They slowly churn through a range of courts and dispute resolution processes. It’s a…