Browse Forums DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair Re: Water Ingression 7Jun 08, 2020 12:07 am Ozshaz Hi Gaudi I thought the warranty period was always 6 years. When was it extended to 10 years. It would be great if it has been extended to 10 years. Is it through VBA ? Refer to consumer Victoria website for more information Some builders still use quote the 6-7 years. The builder for my house and pergola have both informed me that the warranty is 10 years when we’ve discussed warranty. “Implied warranties apply to all building work. The Building Act 1993 allows action to be brought against a builder for up to 10 years from the date the work was completed. This right transfers to a new owner if the property is sold within this time. For more information, seek legal advice – including if the building work is older than 10 years.” https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/licensi ... -insurance —————————— There is a difference in the length of time for warranty and for domestic building insurance Domestic building insurance protects consumers in the event that the buider dies, becomes insolvent or disappears, and cannot finish the building project or fix defects. It covers costs up to $300,000 to fix structural defects for six years, and non-structural defects for two years. 18 90425 From what I know about water tanks (I've been working with a client on them for a few years now) is this - The concrete can last a lifetime if they don't crack for some… 2 10620 4 10817 |