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How To Do a Trade Licence Check With NSW Fair Trading

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Do this before you hire your next tradie?

If you live in NSW and need to hire a builder or other tradie, did you know that they are required to be licensed to do the work which they perform? A tradie working without the proper licensing in place is breaking the law and will be fined if caught.

It’s possible to check that any tradesperson you are thinking about hiring has the proper licensing in place which ensures that they are qualified to do the work.

It also pays to keep in mind that if you use a tradesperson who isn’t licensed, then you can be held liable for any of the work they carry out.
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Is Your Sydney Builder Licensed?

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Don’t risk working with an unlicensed Sydney builder

So you’ve finally decided that your home needs a renovation. What do you do now? Aside from making sure you know your renovation goals, the next step is hiring a builder who can help you execute your vision but also remain legally compliant with all council and building regulations.

This all comes down to hiring a fully licensed Sydney builder.

So how do you check if your Sydney home builder is licensed?

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How Much Does A Sydney Kitchen Renovation Cost?

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What would it cost for a kitchen renovation in Sydney?

Enquire from a kitchen designer, and they possibly would reply, “How much are you willing to devote?” Though it would be more politely said, they’ll also provide you some possibilities. A better inquiry would be: “What is your budget range for a kitchen renovation?” With this, you can have a kitchen renovation that not only fits but also matches your finances, too.

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How Can I Juggle My Home Renovation And Mortgage?

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Managing the mortgage and home renovation

We all want great houses but beautiful and functional homes don’t always come cheap.

Often, it’s stressful just to think about buying a new house and renovating it.

However, it doesn’t always have to be hard. Here are some tips on how you can manage to afford a renovation on top of your mortgage.

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Is It Worth Renovating My Home?

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To Renovate or Not to Renovate…

Admit it, sometimes, we make decisions based on emotions and what’s popular.

As the great Australian reno is expected to sweep across the country once more, how do you decide whether your planned home renovation is really worth it as an investment?

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Home Design Trends Aussies Are Loving

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Planning A Home Renovation? Get Wowed!

This year’s home trends are all about interior design and style.

Whether you have an apartment or a new home renovation planned, here are some of the top home design trends highlighted by Australian Times.co.uk worth checking out!

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5 Kitchen Trends For Renovators

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What’s Hot In The Kitchen For 2017!

Kitchen renovations are very popular with Aussies.

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Report Shows DIY Injuries on the Rise

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Avoiding Danger When Renovating

Authorities are warning Australians about the risks of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement projects.

According to a report from ABC, the Princess Alexandra Hospital reportedly sees at least one power tool injury daily.

Injuries from DIY activities range from minor cuts to life-threatening situations.

As the situation seems to be worsening, there is a new research underway on understanding whether these disasters are just freak occurrences or whether something can be done to prevent them.

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Boy, Don’t Aussies Love Home Renovations

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And we plan to keep doing it!

Australians are proud of their homes and this trend will continue this year as more renovations are expected to crop up across the country.

According to the latest findings from Roy Morgan Research, around 8.4 million (or 62%) of Australia’s 13.6 million home owners did some type of renovation in the past year. This is higher compared to three years earlier at 7.5 million (57%).

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Get the WOW Factor with Your Outdoor Renovation

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Give Your Outdoor Space That Fabulous Makeover

Take your outdoor room from drab to fab with the right furnishings and touches.

The following home renovation tips will tell you which items to splurge on including which areas or spaces you can fix for that outdoor WOW factor.

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