Heating Options

Christina from Tooradin

My partner and I are building a new house in Tooradin and as theres no natural gas connection down that way, we're wondering what the most efficient heating would be? Ducted heating automatically ... continue reading

Corian Kitchen

Samantha from Tyabb

I'm just trying to do some research on kitchen materials, one of my friends told me about a product called corian, what can you tell me about it and do you have anyone who uses it in your ... continue reading

Double Glazed Windows

Corina from Pakenham

We recently moved into a house which is on a main road. We are finding that the noise from the traffic is becoming quite annoying. We thought we would get used to it, but no. I have heard that there ... continue reading

Solar Power

Renae from Bittern

We are building a new home and want it to be as environmentally friendly as possible. We are looking at having Solar Power, can you help ... continue reading

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SureStone’s at the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show

posted 2 weeks, 5 days, 2 hours, 14 minutes ago

Don't miss the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show and see SureStone at stand K19. SureStone is a stone flooring carpet composed of natural stone encased in a high quality resin to create a seamless, ... continue reading

Master Builders Green Living Conference

posted 4 weeks, 1 day, 44 minutes ago

The Master Builders Annual Green Living workshop has been given a boost and has become a two day conference. High profile speakers will inspire and challenge your ... continue reading

Metricon Homes Joins Home Innovations

posted 1 month, 3 days, 14 hours, 4 minutes ago

Victoria’s leading home builder is increasing their presence in the Mornington Peninsula with the opening of the ‘Metricon Homes Display’ at the Home Innovations Display Centre on Nepean ... continue reading

You’re Invited to Zesta’s Showroom

posted 2 months, 1 week, 6 days, 3 hours, 28 minutes ago

Come and visit Zesta in Cheltenham and see the largest dedicated Kitchen & Appliance Showroom in Melbourne's South ... continue reading

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Window Treatment Options | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 11th September 2010

Be informed on the range of window treatment options available and make informed decisions to get the best possible option for you. ... continue reading

Colour Confidence | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 9th October 2010

This workshop will guide you through colour choices and textures and help you compliment exsisting permanent features and ... continue reading

Kitchens & Bathrooms | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 23rd October 2010

How to most effectively plan your kitchen or bathroom renovation ... continue reading

Introduction to Interior Design | Part 2

Tuesday 10:00 am, 2nd November 2010

Bring together your colour confidence and learn about spacial planning and what makes a cohensive finished ... continue reading

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Master Builders Association of Victoria

At Master Builders we are here to help you in all aspects of building or renovating.

We are here to answer questions similar to the following

Buying a new home or making major renovations to an existing residence is one of the biggest investments most people will make in their lives. You need to make sure you make the right decisions at each step along the way. This avoids costly mistakes, protects the value of your investment and ensures your new home is everything you want it to be.

Building a new home:

  • Is the land suitable for the type of home I want?
  • Does the site have any special engineering requirements?
  • Do the footings and slab require engineering certification?

Choosing a plan for your new home or extension:

  • Does the design meet my present and future needs?
  • Has provision been made for future additions to the home?
  • Can work be undertaken in stages to suit my budget?
  • Does the design provide for energy efficiency in heating and cooling?
  • What is included in the contract price? Are there variations/extras?

Choosing a builder:

  • Is the builder registered? (Ring the Builder's Practitioners Board on 1300 360 320 to check.)
  • Have I checked with the MBA (9411 4555) if the builder is a Master Builder?
  • Can the builder provide references about homes he/she has recently completed?
  • Is the builder eligible for warranty insurance to cover defective and incomplete work?
  • Have I read and understood the contract?
  • Does the contract comply with all the requirements of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995?  (The MBAV's contracts HC5  - for new buildings and HIC4 - for renovations/additions comply)
  • Are building permits and planning approvals needed and what is the cost?

The following Information is provided to help consumers and builders gain a better understanding of their rights and obligations under the Home Building Contracts Act.

 

Is your builder a Master Builder? Ring 9411 4555 to have MBA check up on them.

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