Five Important Factors to Consider When Looking For an Eco-Friendly Apartment

The importance of reducing the impact on the environment has finally gone mainstream, and more and more people are trying to lead a greener lifestyle, and look for an eco-friendly apartment. One of the popular urban building development trends includes reducing the environmental impact of buildings.  A sustainable apartment will not only contribute to a […]

Important Tips To Keep In Mind For Your Perfect Balcony Renovation Project

Balconies are wonderful if you have enough space to design it. Nowadays, a lot of people are opting for simple backyard terraces, but for some, a balcony is still a big dream worth achieving. So if you have enough space, then use that lovely opportunity to design a perfect balcony. Since we’re still in the […]

6 Key Tips to Consider When Building a Brand New House

Building a new home is a big step in your life. It is probably one of the biggest investments you will ever make. That is why you should make sure that everything is planned and done properly. Keeping that in mind, we have to point out that there is more to building a home than […]

Essential Equipment & Tools Needed for Running a Successful Construction Business

Having your own construction business is an interesting, exciting, and profitable profession. These days, a lot of people are either building new homes or renovating their old ones. This means there are a lot of opportunities for a construction business willing to work. Even though this sounds rather promising, running a construction business is not […]

Boost the Value of Your Home with These Smart Energy Saving Tips

If you are planning to put your home on sale soon, there are some things you need to know, especially if this is your first time doing it or if you haven’t done it in a while. For starters, your buyers are most probably going to be Millennials because this generation is currently the one […]

How to Plan and Execute a Successful House Extension Project

Creating a good house extension takes courage, patience and plenty of careful planning, preparation and help from professionals. Make sure not to rush in—after all, you’re making a big change to your living space and creating additional space that will need to fit in with your existing aesthetics and purpose. If you ever renovated a […]

Boundary Fences

With almost every property, boundary fences either exist or are to be erected. There are specific laws with boundary fences, in relation to adjoining owners obligations. Both property owners are generally responsible for contributing to the cost of a fence and normally would agree on the type to be erected, thus sharing the cost. If […]

Swimming Pool Safety

Swimming pools occupy many back yards and are incorporated in many new home designs around Tasmania. From the blow up frameless temporary type, right through to the concrete formed and fibreglass/acrylic pre-formed pools, there are many shapes and sizes. Did you know that ANY pool deeper than 300mm requires, by law, to be securely fenced […]

Building in Tasmania with everythingbuilding.

Building in Tasmania, or at least understanding the building process, has never been easier since the introduction of everythingbuilding.com.au. This website provides information, resources and links to all associated with building, from the home renovator and owner builder through to the professional. A comprehensive website for everything building.     The three key functions of the site […]

Do I Need Council Approval?

In short the answer is Yes, for any alterations or additions to your building or property. As with most things there are always exceptions. There may be State legislation exemptions, size of the project, value or simply the nature. Our advice however, is if in doubt accept first that council approval is required then seek […]