What contract should be used?
All domestic building work valued at over $3,300 MUST be covered by a contract that complies with the Domestic Building Contracts Act 2000 (DBC Act). You should carefully check your contract documentation and, if necessary, seek legal advice before signing to ensure it complies with the Act - click here to access information about BSA's contracts.
Note - if your contractor is using one of BSA's downloadable contracts you should ensure that you receive a copy of the agreed to contract BEFORE signing and dating either copy. The contractor commits an offence if they do not provide you with a completed copy. BSA is able to investigate offences committed against the DBC Act - see below.
Contract related information:
BSA's Facts for Smart Building and Renovating contains detailed information on contracts including:
General Advice
The Cooling Off Period
Information Statements
Variations
Deposits and Progress Payments
Foundations Data and Certificates of Inspections
Allowances for Delays
Implied Warranties (also see Statutory Warranties Fact Sheet)
Contract Termination
Additional reading:
Warranties under the DBC Act - The Statutory Warranties fact sheet provides information on warranties that apply under the DBC Act for domestic building work valued at more than $3,300 - click here
Contract Checklist - A guide to checking that your contract complies - click here
Is BSA able to Investigate Offences committed against the DBC Act?
Yes - click here for more.
