Browse Forums Outdoor Living 1 Mar 14, 2019 7:40 pm Hey guys, I'm currently in process of getting quotes for a substantial amount of work to be done in my backyard, namely, decking, open pergola/structure, screening, turf, etc. I've had a quote from a landscaping/construction company that I'm really keen on, however, upon doing my homework/research with the VBA (Victorian Building Authority), this business is not registered with them, which they tell me they should be if they're doing ANY structural work over $10K. Not being a registered builder, means they won't have the required dometic building insurance they need on jobs over $16K (which this will be). What's the protocol here? Should this raise big red flags? Should I avoid? Really, I'm a bit clueless about all this. Help! Built the Gerbera 2500 (Burbank Homes) in Cairnlea Re: Decking and landscaping - registered builder? 3Jun 10, 2020 4:10 pm It is no good thing to do any kind thing. Firstly, you have to apply for insurance and take permission form Authority for renovation because in future it can cause too much problem. Every company to follow guidelines and instruction to construct. If you want to re-construct your backyard according to government guidelines then our company livingscape helps to provide better services as well as designs. Hi, as per the subject. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best value decking oil (Bunning is close to where I live) for a treated pine deck? Thanks 0 1290 Hi, you've probably already resolved this, however, Commbank will probably pay the funds to you after you send evidence the work is done regardless the change in the quotes. 1 31778 Ha all, I am now about half way (maybe a bit more) through my build with Carlisle Homes - double-storey knockdown/rebuild project. So I am now doing my due diligence and… 0 1922 |