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Proudly one of Cairns’ longest established Private Building Certifiers.

Building Certifiers

Servicing Cairns to Townsville, Western QLD to Mt Isa & Torres Strait

No matter the size and scope of your project, All Construction Approvals Building Certifiers Cairns can certify it. We cover all types of buildings from residential to commercial and industrial. Our goal is to provide the highest level of professional service in building regulation and control. We strive to assist our clients in achieving goals and objectives with our team of competent, experienced and quality building certifiers. We offer innovative, cost-effective, quality outcomes throughout the state of Queensland to ensure building compliance and project success.

Commercial Building Approval

New Home Approval

Shed Approval

Carport Approval

Retaining Wall Approval

Pool Approval

Pool Safety Certificate

Patio Approval

Pergola Approval

Deck Approval

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We offer building approvals for:

Residential

We can certify Class 1a and 10 residential building works including, but not limited to: new houses, alterations/additions, decks, patios, pergolas, retaining walls, demolition/removal, swimming pool safety certificate, carports, garages and sheds

Commercial

We can also certify commercial jobs Class 2 to 9 including: apartments, office buildings, shops, industrial buildings and warehouses, hotels/motels, aged care, health care buildings, child care centres, tenancy fit outs.

Our Cairns Building Approval and Certification Services Include

Pool Safety Certificate inspection and issue
Private building certification services
Assessment of design to the Building Code of Australia requirements
Assessment of fire engineered alternative solutions

Feasibility, design development and documentation advice
Technical and legislative services
Regulatory building inspections during construction
Liaison and negotiation with regulatory authorities

What Others Are Saying

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The ACA team has always been helpful with any questions I have and their processing of Building Applications has been very efficient.
Dennis - Adaptit Cairns

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I recommend ACA services to all clients
George James – Architect

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Always someone there willing to help with any problems. Quick and reliable service.
Cameron Twittey – CMT Constructions FNQ

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Everyone at ACA are always very helpful and friendly
Craig Burrows Custom Built Homes

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Convenience is the key
Gavin Brookes

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Every process runs smoothly and is dealt with in a highly professional manner. Even quick advice over the phone never seems to be too much of a hassle and is highly appreciated!!
Tina – Cardinal Roofing and Sheds

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ACA have always been reliable, punctual and dependable with all our applications. Aaron Sweeney is one of a kind - he is professional, helpful and an excellent communicator which are rare qualities these days. We cannot thank Aaron enough for his hard work that he has done for us.
Kirsty Lloyd – SJ Lloyd Construction Pty Ltd

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I have used ACA to certify many commercial jobs over a period of 15 years and have been happy with their performance and service
Wes Mansfield – Wes Mansfield Constructions

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I would not go to anyone else for the professional high level of service you firm provides. Your staff are highly efficient and knowledgeable and go out of their way to provide excellent service. Well done to all of you and don't change anything it all works well.
Terry Plos – Plos Constructions Pty Ltd

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All the staff including Harald are very informative and professional in every aspect to the building industry
Wayne and Dave Brennan – Brennan Constructions

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The service and advice I've received and relied on from aca over the last 12yrs or more has been second to none and good to know they’re there if you need them.
Dave – Top End Builders

ACA News & Info

September 11, 2020

What is the Role of a Private Certifier?

You may have heard you need to get a building approval to start works on a shed, carport or other structure. But, did you know you don’t have to go through council to get your building approval? Private certifiers inspect and approve building work to make sure it complies with…

August 10, 2020

When Do I Need a Building Approval?

All structures in cyclonic areas require building approval (certification) regardless of size. Therefore, in Cairns, this includes anything with a roof, patios, garden sheds and even decks with no roofs. If you fill in under your house or change a garage (non-habitable) to a bedroom (habitable), it all needs an…

June 11, 2020

‘HomeBuilder’ Stimulus Package

An exciting new announcement was released by the Federal Government this month. They are introducing a limited time, tax-free grant program called the ‘HomeBuilder’. The program was designed to assist the residential construction market to encourage the commencement of new home builds and renovations through the Coronavirus pandemic. According to…