Full Terms of Trade

1. Contract Formation

Quotes become a legally binding agreement upon acceptance by the client, including acceptance via signature, email, or text message.

2. Pricing & GST

All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are subject to GST

Quotes are valid for 14 days unless specified otherwise.

3. Payment Terms

Payments must be made in accordance with the agreed schedule, which may include:

• Deposit (if applicable)

• Progress payments

• Final payment upon completion

Invoices are due within the agreed trading terms (typically 7–14 days).

4. Security of Payment

Timber & More may issue payment claims under the
Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009 (SA).

Where applicable, invoices will include the required notice to comply with this legislation.

5. Variations

Any variation to the agreed scope of works must be:

• Approved in writing (including email or text), and

• May result in additional costs and/or time extensions

Fuel Price Adjustment

Quotes includes a fuel allowance based on diesel pricing at the time of quoting, referenced from the Australian Institute of Petroleum South Australian retail diesel price.

If diesel prices increase by more than 5% from the date of quote, Timber & More reserves the right to apply a proportional adjustment to the contract price.

Any adjustment will:

• Be calculated based on the percentage increase in fuel prices and estimated fuel usage

• Be provided to the client with reasonable supporting evidence

Fuel Usage Variations

Where fuel usage materially increases due to:

• Site conditions

• Access limitations

• Delays outside of Timber & More’s control

Any additional costs will be treated as a variation.

6. Late Payments & Default

Overdue invoices may:

• Accrue interest

• Result in suspension of works

• Be referred for debt recovery

The client agrees to pay all reasonable costs associated with recovering outstanding amounts.

7. Suspension of Works

Timber & More reserves the right to suspend works if payments are not made as agreed.

Any resulting delays and additional costs will be the responsibility of the client.

8. Site Conditions

This quote is based on visible site conditions at the time of inspection.

Unforeseen conditions may result in additional costs, including but not limited to:

• Rock or hard excavation

• Groundwater

• Buried services

• Restricted access

9. Access & Delays

The client must provide safe and reasonable access to the site.

Delays caused by weather, site conditions, or third parties may result in:

• Adjustments to timelines

• Additional costs

10. Materials & Ownership

All materials supplied remain the property of Timber & More until paid in full.

11. Completion

Minor defects or incomplete items do not prevent the requirement for final payment.

Retaining Wall – Specific Terms

12. Engineering & Design

Unless explicitly stated in writing, Timber & More does not provide engineering design or certification.

The client is responsible for:

• Obtaining any required engineering

• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations

Any engineering required after commencement will be treated as a variation.

13. Structural Limitations

Retaining walls are constructed based on visible site conditions only.

Timber & More is not liable for issues arising from:

• Unknown or unstable soil conditions

• Ground movement or settlement

• Additional loads applied after construction (e.g. vehicles, structures, stockpiling)

• Changes to surrounding land

14. Drainage

Proper drainage is critical to retaining wall performance.

• Standard drainage will be installed as outlined in the quote

• Additional drainage required due to unforeseen conditions will be treated as a variation

Timber & More is not responsible for:

• Water runoff from neighbouring properties

• Pre-existing drainage issues

• Client-requested designs that limit effective drainage

15. Boundaries & Placement

The client is responsible for confirming all boundary locations prior to construction.

Timber & More is not liable for:

• Incorrect placement due to inaccurate boundary information

• Costs associated with relocation or rectification

16. Approvals & Compliance

The client is responsible for obtaining any required:

• Council approvals

• Permits

• Certifications

Any delays or changes due to approval issues may result in additional costs.

17. Warranty Limitations (Retaining Walls)

No warranty applies where:

• The structure is altered or modified after completion

• Drainage systems are interfered with or not maintained

• Loads exceed intended design

• Engineering advice is not followed

Fencing – Specific Terms

18. Boundary Confirmation

The client must confirm fence location prior to installation.

A licensed surveyor is recommended where boundaries are unclear.

Timber & More is not responsible for disputes arising from incorrect boundary placement.

19. Neighbour Responsibility

Where fencing is installed on a shared boundary:

• The client is responsible for obtaining neighbour agreement where required

• Timber & More is not involved in cost-sharing or boundary disputes

20. Ground Conditions & Obstructions

Removal of existing structures, footings, or obstructions not specified in the quote will be treated as a variation.

Hard ground, rock, or concrete may incur additional charges.

21. Alignment & Finish

Fence alignment will follow practical installation lines based on site conditions.

Minor variations in level, alignment, or gaps may occur due to:

• Ground movement

• Terrain

• Existing structures

22. Damage & External Factors

Timber & More is not responsible for damage caused by:

• Weather events (including wind, storms, and flooding)

• Third parties (including neighbours, animals, or vehicles)

• Soil movement or environmental conditions

Disputes

23. Dispute Resolution

Disputes may be referred to adjudication under the
Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009 (SA)
or to the
South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal if required.

General

24. Limitation of Responsibility

No responsibility is accepted for disputes between property owners relating to:

• Boundaries

• Drainage

• Structures