Background A residential property in South-East Queensland had a concrete sleeper retaining wall constructed to provide support to a landscaped area. The retaining wall, approximately 1600mm in height and 25 metres in length, was constructed by a licensed concrete contractor engaged under the Queensland Building and…
Building a granny flat in Queensland can be an excellent way to create extra living space, increase property value, or even generate rental income. But before you start laying the foundations, there’s one big hurdle every homeowner needs to address:…
If you’re looking to get Form 15 for pool fencing in QLD, it means you’re at the stage where council approval or final certification is needed for your pool barrier. In Queensland, Form 15 is an official compliance certificate issued…
Background A client lodged a claim with their home and contents insurance provider following significant damage to their property caused by a recent cyclone Alfred, which hit the Gold Coast area. The damage included a collapsed fence, large cracks, and…
Ever peeked at a gorgeous Gold Coast timber-frame and felt that thrill, …and then a pinch of “Uh oh, what am I missing?” Timber-frame inspecting isn’t as tame as ticking boxes, but it doesn’t have to feel like studying for…
In Queensland, whether you need council approval for a concrete slab depends mainly on what the slab is for and its size. If it’s being poured for a small, non-habitable structure—like a garden shed base under 10 m² and no…
In Queensland, Form 12 (titled Aspect Inspection Certificate) is completed by an appointed competent person—not the building certifier—after they inspect a specific aspect of building work and confirm that it has been completed in compliance with the building development approval. Who…
Let’s get straight to it—timber frame inspection isn’t just a box-ticking exercise, and we’ve seen what happens when people treat it that way. At Rainbow Engineering, we’re honestly a bit obsessed with getting this right, because too many homeowners end…
Background The building is a Victorian-era residential property located in Brisbane, Queensland, and is listed on the Queensland Heritage Register due to its historical significance and unique architectural features. In early 2023, the owner-initiated renovation works to restore the decaying…
Retaining Wall Inspection Checklist in Gold Coast: Quick Summary Alright, let’s get real, nobody dreams of spending their afternoon poking around a retaining wall. But when you skip the basics, you’re basically inviting disaster (and, yeah, probably a call to…
