Get Your VBA Builder Licence for Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Laundries

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Let Licensing Advice simplify your Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC, formerly VBA) Domestic Builder Limited – Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry licence application with expert support.

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Why should you choose us for your BPC licensing?

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Applying for a Domestic Builder Limited - Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry Registration?

Are You Eligible?

To qualify for a Domestic Builder Limited – Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry licence, the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC, formerly VBA) requires specific qualifications and experience. These include, but are not limited to:

  • A predetermined number of years of practical experience in kitchen, bathroom, or laundry renovations.
  • Competency in managing and performing tasks such as:
  • Installing cabinetry and fixtures
  • Waterproofing and tiling
  • Managing plumbing and electrical subcontractors
  • Meeting relevant qualification requirements as outlined by the BPC.

Not sure if you meet the requirements?
Enquire with us anyway. Even if you’re unsure or don’t meet all of the BPC’s criteria, we’ll help you identify the best pathway to securing your licence.

What Can a Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry Licence Do for You?

A Domestic Builder Limited – Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry licence allows you to legally manage and carry out renovation projects in these key areas. With this licence, you can:

  • Manage and perform work on:
  • Kitchen renovations, including cabinetry, benchtops, and appliance installations
  • Bathroom and laundry refurbishments, including waterproofing, tiling, and plumbing fixtures
  • Structural alterations within kitchens, bathrooms, or laundries
  • Coordinate and oversee subcontractors such as plumbers, electricians, and tilers.
  • Legally take on larger and more complex renovation projects for residential properties.

This licence enables you to build your reputation as a specialist in high-demand renovation work, opening the door to higher-value contracts and growing your business.

Don’t Meet the Requirements Yet?

If you’re worried about not meeting the BPC’s qualifications or experience requirements, get in touch with us anyway.

Our team can:

  • Assess your current situation and advise on the best next steps.
  • Explore alternative pathways to help you get licensed faster.
  • Create a clear, tailored plan to help you achieve your goals, even if it means starting with an alternative approach.

How Licensing Advice Can Help You

At Licensing Advice, we specialise in guiding builders and tradies through the BPC’s application process. For a Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry licence, we offer:

  • Clear, step-by-step guidance on eligibility, qualifications, and documentation
  • Professional application preparation, ensuring all BPC criteria are met
  • Ongoing advice and support to streamline the process and reduce stress

With over a 98% success rate and years of experience, our team ensures your application is ready for approval the first time around..

How Does it Work?

Getting your BPC licence with Licensing Advice is easy.

How Licensing Advice Works

1

Enquire with Us

Book a free 15 minute consultation with our in-house licensing experts.

2

Assessment Stage

We’ll complete an over the phone work experience assessment to confirm your qualifications, experience and eligibility for the available options to get your application across the line.

3

Preparation Stage

Provide your documents and we’ll prepare the entire application. If you have referees, we’ll contact them and help draft their statements.

4

Application Submission

We’ll handle the application submission, track progress, and keep you updated. If the regulator needs more information or makes an error, we’ll assist you at no extra cost.

5

Panel Interview or Exam

You may be required to attend a panel interview or exam (depending on the state we apply in). Our team will prepare you thoroughly, ensuring you are confident and ready to succeed.

6

Checklist

After lodgement, you may receive a “Checklist” letter requesting extra information or documents. We’ll decode the jargon, translate it into plain English, and prepare the response. If the regulator has misunderstood your application or made an error, we’ll dispute it for you.

Licence Issued

Success! Once approved, the state regulator issues your brand new licence. You are now licensed in your chosen field.

What Our Clients Say

Real feedback from builders we’ve helped get licensed.

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We’re committed to helping tradespeople and builders put their best foot forward.

Enquire with us today to find out which licensing pathways you qualify for, the steps to become eligible, and how we can help you obtain your trade or builder licence.

The licensing landscape is constantly shifting across Australia. These changes can affect your business and your licence application. We stay across the detail so you don’t have to.

Speak to us today for an obligation free 15 minute consultation. It could be the difference between a successful or unsuccessful licence outcome.

Licensing Advice is a boutique construction licensing consultancy. We help small businesses, tradespeople and builders through the process of obtaining their licence.

Applying for a builder or trade licence can be challenging. Each state has different licensing laws, and the rules can be complex. We guide you through the process at small business prices, and can assist in any Australian state or territory.

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Our team follows regulatory changes and industry updates daily, so your application reflects the latest requirements and best practice.