Many of us entertain family and friends on our decks and balconies.
But each year people suffer serious injuries as the result of deck and balcony-related accidents.
Accidents commonly include falls due to the collapse of decks or balustrades. Also slippery surfaces broken boards or poorly constructed steps.
The structural safety of your deck or balcony can be affected by termites wet rot living by the sea and loadings such as heavy pot plants and outdoor furniture.
Check your deck today
Whether your deck or balcony is made of timber steel or concrete you will need to regularly inspect and maintain it.
Learn more about maintaining your balcony or deck on the Victorian Building Authority website.
Copies of the Victorian Building Authority Maintenance of Balconies brochure are also available from our office at 137-149 Mercer St Geelong.
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Before undertaking almost any building or demolition work a Building Permit is required. Some minor works are exempted though. To determine whether or not you need a Building Permit refer to the table when a building permit is required. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate in Contacting Building Services on 03 5272 4450. We are always happy to help.
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Our Customer Service Team may be able to assist you in determining approximately when your building was constructed. Building age is an estimated date only.