What are the statutory warranties? How long do the warranties apply? Click for more information
This information sheet explains when you need to obtain warranty insurance for domestic building work. Click for more information
HIA’s QC1, QC2, QC3 and Small Works contract entitles the builder to charge Default Interest on outstanding monies owed. Click for more information
Practical completion can be a confusing time for both the owner and builder when the correct procedures outlined in the contract are not followed. Owners have a perception that every single item will be completed in accordance with the contract. However, for a number of reasons outside the builder’s and owner’s control the home may be practically complete for the purpose of handover and payment and not be absolutely complete. Click for more information
You have completed the building works under the contract – what do you do next to be paid? If you do not follow your contract properly then you may compromise your right to get paid quickly or at all. Click for more information
This information sheet explains practical completion under HIA domestic building contracts for building new homes or for renovations and additions. Click for more information
A Prime Cost item is an item that, at the time of the contract, is not selected but is to be selected by the owner. A PC allowance is the cost to the owner for the supply of the item only. A PC does not include any installation cost or the costs of other work related to the PC. Click for more information
HIA’s NSW cost plus contract is for use when you are contracting with an owner to do residential building work and the contract price is not known. Click for more information
The Domestic Building Contracts Act (Act) sets out requirements and rules for contracts between building contractors and owners (including owner builders) for domestic building work with a value greater than $5,000. This information sheet provides an overview as to the requirements for cost plus contracts. Click for more information
Builders often come into the situation where an owner or client wants to use their own subcontractors. The question of who is liable for the work can become an issue at a later stage. Click for more information