Terms & Conditions
1. DELIVERY
Any estimate of delivery time is taken from the date of receipt of the Building Approval for erected units, or the date on which Trusteel are authorised to proceed for self-erect units. In all cases, every effort will be taken to expedite delivery, but Trusteel will accept no responsibility for any delays that may be incurred.
2. NOTES
2.1 Clearing or leveling site or removal of fences.
2.2 Removal of spoil from foundations or excavations, removal of rubbish or off-cuts.
2.3.1 Foundations – if council requires additional excavation, costs incurred will be payable by client.
2.3.2 Foundations – if we strike roots, pipes, rock, concrete or other obstructions, costs incurred will be payable by client.
2.4 Repairs to underground services – the client is responsible to carry out repair works at their own cost.
2.5 Soil or other tests which council may require.
2.6 Connection of downpipes to stormwater drains or Water Tanks.
2.7 Town Planning Application Fee and/or Building Permit Application Fee.
2.8 Other Permit Fees and Other Statutory Charges (which may include but are not limited to Asset Protection Permits).
2.9 Provision of Fire Computations, Storm Water Plans or Landscaping Designs.
2.10 Construction against boundary fences or other walls or obstructions that hinder construction.
3. IMPORTANT
3.1 Steel framework is prime painted only, except for pre-Gal. products.
3.2 Unrestricted access to the site will be required during normal working hours.
3.3 Soil and wet concrete should be kept clear of Colorbond and Zincalume sheets.
3.4 Any Warranty on the building is void if any alterations are made without our written approval.
3.5 Trusteel shall at all reasonable times allow adequate access to the site and works, to separate contractors, their assistants, and workers.
3.6 Unless otherwise stated in writing, the property owner will act as “owner/builder” of the project. Contact the Victorian Building Commission at 1300 360 320 or www.buildingcommission.com.au for your rights and obligations.
3.7 Trusteel shall, upon the customer making the site available, have legal possession of the site for the purposes of carrying out its obligations under this agreement until practical completion of the works or until the customer takes possession of the works, whichever is earlier.
4. ACCEPTANCE
The client warrants that they are the registered proprietor of the subject land and are entitled to carry out construction works on the specified site. The client will indemnify Trusteel against any claims, actions, losses or demands brought by any person claiming to be the rightful owner of the site. The client is responsible for providing Trusteel with a copy of an approved building permit (where applicable) for the construction works to be undertaken.
5. RETENTION OF TITLE
5.1 Title to any goods does not pass until all sums owed by the client to Trusteel are paid.
5.2 Until title passes, the client agrees to keep goods separately and marked to indicate Trusteel retains title.
5.3 The client grants Trusteel an irrevocable license to enter premises where goods are stored to repossess them if in breach of payment terms.
5.4 Repossessed goods may be resold or taken back into stock at a deemed second-hand value, minus costs incurred.
6. INSPECTION OF MATERIALS
The client shall inspect all materials at the time of delivery, pick-up, or completion of the works. Claims regarding materials or workmanship must be received in writing within 7 days. No claim for consequential damage shall be recognised.
7. STANDARD SITE REQUIREMENTS
The client must provide all-weather access for all required vehicles. The site must be level and clear. A 1.0m (Domestic/Rural) or 3.0m (Commercial) working area around the building is required.
A site representative must provide clear instructions regarding location, utilities, and underground services. Lack of instructions may result in delays for which Trusteel is not responsible.
The client must provide 240V single-phase power (7KVA if generator), water, and for Commercial works, a safe workplace with WorkSafe-compliant facilities. Construction will be level from the highest point; additional work due to site conditions will incur extra charges.
If Trusteel cannot proceed due to site conditions, a walk-away fee will be charged in addition to other costs.
8. CONCRETE WORKS
Concrete floor prices are based on a level site and access for delivery trucks. Filling or excavation costs are additional and payable by the client.
9. PAYMENTS
Payments must follow the Payment Schedule in the Trusteel Order Form. Deposit is payable on order, part payment on delivery, and final payment upon completion. Concrete floor payment is due immediately after slab completion. Refunds are limited if the order is canceled. No final inspection will occur until full payment is received.
10. PERMITS
11. DELAYS / PRICE INCREASE
12. TERMINATION OF CONTRACT
Current from 22/10/2014