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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some common questions asked about the shed design process.

CAN I DESIGN MY OWN SHED?

Sheds Galore Hamilton will ask you specifically what you are looking for and will create the shed to suit your requirements. Our design program allows a multitude of options to suit individual needs and we have the ability to create any size shed. Our Sheds are manufactured right here in Hamilton.

WHO WILL BUILD MY SHED?

Sheds Galore Hamilton is very proud to produce quality sheds, and this is why we have a great team of professional shed builders to ensure your shed is built with confidence.

DOES SHEDS GALORE USE AUSTRALIAN MADE PRODUCTS?

Sheds Galore Hamilton buildings are manufactured from Australian BlueScope Steel products. Designed and manufactured using local businesses.

DO I NEED A REGISTERED BUILDER TO BUILD MY SHED?

If you are engaging a builder to build your shed, they will need to be registered. However, if you wish to build your own shed you will need to apply for an Owner builder permit and comply to all Victorian Builders Association Standards. You will need to obtain and comply with the building permit, arrange for the certification of completed work and ensure that the work is compliant with Australian Standards. You will also need to ensure appropriate insurance policies are in place.

ARE SHEDS GALORE REGISTERED BUILDERS?

Yes. Sheds Galore Hamilton are registered Commercial & Domestic building Practitioners. Reg: CB-U 3308 & DB-L 39896.

PLANNING AND PERMITS

Most sheds require building and planning permits. Read specifics here.

CAN SHEDS GALORE OBTAIN BUILDING AND PLANNING PERMITS?

Sheds Galore Hamilton takes the hassle out of building a shed with a start to finish process. This includes all council approvals and determinations.

DO I NEED A BUILDING PERMIT?

Yes, you will need a permit if the shed size is greater than 10 square metres. 

DO I NEED A PLANNING PERMIT?

Planning permits are legal documents giving permission for a land use or a development, and may be required by your local council. If a planning permit is required, it must be obtained before a building permit can be issued, however, both applications can be made at the same time.

CAN YOU THE OWNER OBTAIN BUILDING AND PLANNING PERMITS?

Yes, the owner can obtain their own permits through their local municipality if they wish to do so. They must follow all council and VBA regulations and requirements.

QUOTES AND LOCATIONS

HOW LONG IS A QUOTE 
VALID FOR?

Sheds Galore Hamilton honours quotes for 30 days from the date of the quote. We are happy to reassess your quote outside this time frame and will try to maintain the price where possible.

HOW FAR DO YOU TRAVEL TO BUILD A SHED?

Sheds Galore Hamilton are happy to travel all over Victoria to build your shed. There is no job to big or small that we will not handle.

WHAT IS HOME OWNER’S WARRANTY?

If you undertake domestic building work worth more than $16,000, then you need domestic building insurance that will cover costs up to $300,000 to fix structural defects for six years, and non-structural defects for two years. This warranty is a regulation required for all builders, however it only covers certain circumstances. 

In addition to material manufacturer's warranties, Sheds Galore Hamilton warrants any structural defects for a period of 7 years or more depending on the project specifications. Talk to us now about our warranty specifications for your new shed build.

COLORBOND RANGE

Colorbond Steel comes in a variety of colours.
To help you find the perfect colour for your project, Colorbond® steel’s inspiring colours are presented in five groups - Contemporary, Classic, Fencing, Ultra and a Matt finish. All the colours have been inspired by the colours of Australia.