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Termites
Termites cause more damage to Australian houses than fire, floods and storms combined – and the damage may not be covered by household insurance.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/termites -
What is commercial building work?
Those registered as a Commercial Builder are responsible for managing and arranging the carrying out of all components of building work for the construction of commercial buildings and structures, such as structural fit-out work...https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration/commercial-builder/what-is-commercial-building-work -
Earthquake design and construction
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/earthquake-design-and-construction -
Wood heaters, solid fuel heaters, and flues
Wood heaters and flues should be serviced each year by a registered or licensed Mechanical Services plumber.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/wood-heaters-solid-fuel-heaters-flues -
Water ingress – balconies, decks and terraces
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/water-ingress-balconies,-decks-and-terraces -
Wet Fire Protection equipment servicing restricted classes FAQ
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/plumbing-registration-and-licensing/apply-fire-protection-restricted-classes/faq -
Routine servicing of wet fire protection equipment
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about/research/routine-servicing-of-wet-fire-protection-equipment -
You want to change your building surveyor
The VBA will only accept an application to terminate the appointment of a private building surveyor in limited circumstances.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/ending-appointment-private-surveyor/change-building-surveyor -
Essential safety measures
If you are the owner of a building (other than a house or outbuilding), you are responsible for its upkeep and maintenance – particularly its safety features.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/essential-safety-measures -
Home renovation and building essentials
Everything you need to know when carrying out renovations or repairs to your home. Find out about engaging builders and plumbers, appointing a surveyor, managing permits and insurance and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials