If you are on the market for a new home or investment property, it’s wise to get a pre-purchase building and pest inspection conducted before you sign on the dotted line. Building and pest inspections can work as a safety..
Queensland Building Approvals Before starting construction of any new domestic building work, a new structure or addition to existing buildings in Queensland, you will need to obtain a building development approval. It is required under the Development Act 2016, Building..
The Queensland government brought in new smoke alarm legislation in order to comply with the federal electrical and fire safety regulations under the Australian law. The regulations encompass the installation of fire safety equipment, such as smoke alarms, in order..
Asbestos was once a very popular construction material in Australia because of its useful properties like fire and water resistance, good insulating property, plus the ability to endure decay and erosion. The frenzy led to the manufacturing of thousands of..
After the intensified inspection of QBCC Technical Standards Unit officers, it was found out that some contractors doing re-roofing work are without a valid Building Approval. Not only that, there are a few that haven’t paid premiums for the Home..
A swimming pool is a nice addition to your home that the family can enjoy, especially those living in warm areas. It provides an opportunity for a good bonding activity for the family members, it gives your backyard an elegant..
We all know how destructive termites are. Whether you’d say you have a big termite problem or you just detected its presence, immediate action is necessary. And if you’re thinking of ignoring it, or think it’s not bad as it..
If you’re currently thinking about buying a home, it pays to know everything the purchase requires. When you have saved up for the cost, you have one big task out of the way and completing the other steps will be..
Stay ahead of the competition when you go to property viewings. Buying a property can be a very emotional experience. The impulse is to walk around with rose-tinted glasses on. You start to imagine your own furniture placed around the..
The Queensland Building & Construction Commission have launched a series of videos and useful tools to draw awareness to pool safety laws in Queensland. Perhaps the most useful part of this campaign is an online checklist that takes you..
