Those who are, Building, renovating or extending are aware that we have bushfires raging in Queensland and New South Wales. But what about Storms? A Study by the NRMA found that in NSW in 2018 and 2019, 61% of all… Continue Reading…
Why do I need Latent Defects Insurance, my tradies will do a good job? You became an Owner Builder to save money and have the home you wanted. Correct! And Yes, your tradies, on the surfaces will do a good… Continue Reading…
As the recent Structural Defects that caused the evacuation of the Opal Tower highlighted the problems in the building industry, residents were unable to live in their apartment for months. When a Structural Defect occurs and there is no insurance… Continue Reading…
Builders constantly asked us this question, as they are very concerned that if a Structural Defect occurs in 5,8,10 years after completion of the project and they may have retired, they will be sued!! 10-year Latent (Structural) Defects Insurance answers… Continue Reading…
If you used a builder to build your home and a structural defect arouse e.g. roof sags, you could be waiting for over 3 years for the builder to fix the problem. Luckily for you, you have owner built, so… Continue Reading…
Following on from Part 1, outlined below are more questions you need to be comfortable with prior to purchasing a policy. If you are renovating… Thinking your Home and Contents insurer will cover you when renovating. Most home and contents… Continue Reading…
As clients of BuildSafe Insurance Brokers, you allow us the opportunity to invest invest back into local communities and partner with great community organisations and charitable events. For the consecutive third year, we are supporting Lindsay and the Peter MacCallum… Continue Reading…
Fire into Bushfires! In our series on Fire and the precautions required now that summer has arrived. This great article on Bushfire Preparedness by Zurich Insurance highlights. Don’t forget, if you are Owner Building, renovating, extending that you have Construction… Continue Reading…
Home Renovation Insurance is becoming more and more popular. Now that home prices are coming down, people are more reluctant to sell so instead of moving they are more inclined to renovate, especially where the home may be over 30… Continue Reading…
Owner Builder’s study guide to successful building! Certificate of Consent! Owner Building is the way to save money when building a new home or renovation. Be prepared, understand your responsibilities, invest the time and money and you will make it… Continue Reading…
