Dealing with hazardous materials
Learn how to safely renovate older homes in NSW, manage asbestos and other hazards, and find contacts for health, safety and environmental advice.
Emergency repairs
Find out about what emergency repair work is, who can perform it and what their obligations are to their customers.
Installing high front gutters
Like all building products, gutters should be properly designed and installed correctly. Learn what your or guttering installer needs to do.
Home owners' guide to solar panels
Want to add solar panels to your property? Here's what you need to know.
If thermal ceiling insulation is located too close to heat generating electrical equipment, such as downlights, it can cause a fire.
Householders who have safety concerns about insulation should contact a licensed electrician to undertake a safety check.
Other precautions
Always use a licensed electrical contractor to install heat generating electrical equipment. This will ensure the equipment is:
- installed in accordance with the requirements of Australian Standard AS/NZS3000 (also known as The Wiring Rules)
- not installed near structural timber such as roof, ceiling or floor beams
- not in contact with any existing insulation.
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Preparing to build or renovate
Starting to build or renovate? Find important information before you begin, including advice on approvals, quotes, contracts and checking insurance and licence details.
Home building delays
Many building projects in NSW are delayed because of ongoing global building materials and skilled worker shortages. Find out more.
Resolving building disputes
Find out what you can do to resolve disputes with contractors when you're building or renovating, and how and when Building Commission NSW can help.