Resource Library
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As most homeowners know, the arrival of COVID19 led to the establishment of the hugely successful federal government HomeBuilder program. These $25,000, effectively uncapped, grants provided free money for those…Read More
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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…Read More
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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,…Read More
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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…Read More
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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,…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
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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,…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
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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…Read More
