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Roofrite Group Pty Ltd – Terms & Conditions of Trade (Roof Plumbing Works)

ABN: 12 666 540 763
Address: 11 Reserve Street Preston VIC 3072
(“Roofrite”, “we”, “our”, “us”)

Quote Reference Clause

By accepting this quote, you agree to Roofrite Group Pty Ltd’s Terms and Conditions of Trade,
available at [roofrite.com.au/terms]. Acceptance may occur by e-signature, written or emailed
approval, or issue of a purchase order referencing this quote.

 

Part 1 – General Terms of Trade

  1. Scope of Work
    1. These Terms cover all roof plumbing, re-roofing, repairs, leak detection, cladding and associated metal roofing works performed by Roofrite.
    2. Our obligations are limited to the quoted scope and any agreed written variations.
  2. Regulatory Compliance
    1. Roofrite operates under plumbing licences issued by the Victorian Building Authority / Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC).
    2. Where required by the Plumbing Regulations 2018 (Vic), a Compliance Certificate will be lodged within five (5) business days of completion.
    3. Certificates cannot be withheld for non-payment; payment obligations remain enforceable separately.
    4. All materials and installation comply with the Plumbing Code of Australia, relevant AS/NZS standards and WaterMark requirements.
  3. Quotations and Acceptance
    1. Quotes are valid for 30 days unless stated otherwise.
    2. Acceptance occurs when you sign, email confirmation, issue a purchase order, or otherwise authorise us to proceed.
    3. Quoted prices may be adjusted by written agreement to reflect supplier price changes or unforeseen conditions.
  4. Deposits and Payment
    1. Unless otherwise stated, a 35% deposit is payable before commencement, with the balance due 7 days after completion.
    2. For larger commercial projects, progress claims may be issued under Part 2.
    3. Interest accrues on overdue amounts at 2% per month (24% p.a.) until paid.
    4. All reasonable costs of debt recovery (including legal and collection fees) are recoverable as a debt.
    5. Payments are to be made without deduction or set-off.
  5. Title and Risk
    1. Ownership of all materials remains with Roofrite until full payment is received.
    2. Risk passes to the client upon installation or delivery to site, whichever occurs first.
  6. Variations and Latent Conditions
    1. Any variation must be approved in writing (email is sufficient) by the contracting party.
    2. Where hidden conditions arise – including rotten timbers, asbestos, unsafe substrates, or prior non-compliance – work will pause pending a variation.
    3. Additional costs and delays arising from such conditions are payable as variations.
  7. Site Access and Safety
    1. Unless otherwise agreed, Roofrite provides scaffolding and edge protection suitable for the works.
    2. You must ensure safe, clear access to the work area and compliance with OH&S requirements.
    3. Roofrite does not handle asbestos or lead removal; such work must be arranged by others before our attendance.
  8. Materials and Substitution
    1. Materials will meet relevant standards and performance requirements.
    2. Equivalent substitutions may be made where original items are unavailable, provided compliance and quality are maintained.
  9. Defects and Warranties
    1. Roofrite provides a defects-liability period of 90 days from completion, in addition to statutory rights.
    2. All regulated plumbing work covered by a Compliance Certificate carries a 6-year workmanship and insurance warranty.
    3. This warranty does not cover misuse, failure to maintain gutters or roof drainage, or damage caused by external factors (storms, debris, trades of others).
  10. Maintenance Obligations
    1. You must keep gutters and roof drainage clear of leaves and debris, and arrange inspections at least annually.
    2. Failure to maintain does not constitute a defect under warranty.
  11. Delays and Force Majeure
    1. Roofrite is not liable for delays caused by weather, supply issues, site inaccessibility, or events beyond its control.
    2. If delay exceeds 30 days, either party may suspend or terminate unperformed work by written notice.
  12. Liability and Indemnity
    1. To the extent permitted by law, Roofrite’s liability is limited to the lesser of: (a) the cost of re-supplying the services; or (b) the contract price for the affected work.
    2. Roofrite is not liable for consequential or indirect loss (including loss of profit, delay costs, or tenant claims).
    3. Nothing in these Terms limits rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
  13. Cancellation and Termination
    1. If you cancel after paying a deposit we retaine the right to recoup any costs incurred.
    2. If you cancel after work commences, Roofrite may recover all work performed and committed costs up to termination.
  14. Privacy and Marketing
    1. Roofrite may store client details in its CRM system for project management, invoicing and warranty purposes.
    2. Roofrite may use photographs of completed work for marketing unless you advise otherwise in writing.
  15. Dispute Resolution
    1. Parties must first attempt to resolve disputes through direct negotiation.
    2. For domestic clients, unresolved matters proceed to DBDRV and then VCAT.
    3. For commercial clients, disputes may proceed under the Security of Payment Act (Vic) or to VCAT or courts.
  16. Governing Law
    1. These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.
    2. Each party submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of Victorian courts and tribunals.

 

Part 2 – Commercial Addendum

(Applies where the client is a builder, body corporate, commercial entity or government client and progress claims are issued.)

  1. Progress Claims and Security of Payment
    1. Each claim will identify itself as a payment claim under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002 (Vic).
    2. Reference dates will be monthly unless otherwise agreed in writing.
    3. The client must issue a payment schedule within 10 business days (or the statutory period) of each claim.
    4. Failure to provide a payment schedule within time entitles Roofrite to recover the claimed amount as a debt.
    5. ‘Pay-when-paid’ provisions are void.
  2. Progress Payment Timing
    1. Unless otherwise stated, progress claims are payable 7 days from invoice date.
    2. Late payment attracts interest and recovery costs per Part 1 clause 4.
  3. Extensions of Time
    1. Roofrite is entitled to a reasonable extension for delays outside its control, including inclement weather, site inaccessibility, variations, or delays by other trades.
  4. Retention and Set-Off
    1. No retention shall apply unless expressly stated in the quote or contract.
    2. Set-off is not permitted unless the entitlement is agreed or determined by adjudication or court.
  5. Termination for Default
    1. Either party may terminate by written notice if the other materially breaches these Terms and fails to remedy within 10 business days of notice.
    2. On termination, Roofrite is entitled to payment for all work completed and materials ordered.

 

End of Terms