In this episode of the Build Hatch Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Tim Hodges from Urban Certifying.  

In this episode we talk about: 

• Tim grew up in Kempsey and enjoyed a simple and coastal up-bringing.  
• Tim’s role of Principal Certifying Authority (NSW) is also referred to as a Building Surveyor (VIC). 
• After deciding that school wasn’t for him, Tim cold called companies until he received a carpentry apprenticeship.   
• The value of always learning new skills within your role. 
• After becoming a carpenter Tim took a gamble to pursue a career as a Principal Certifier.  
• Tim explains ‘Class 1-10’ in building structures and the reason Tim works mostly in -residential. 
• Working with home owners is the most rewarding part of his job.  
• Tim defines the role of a Principal Certifying Authority.  
• Using a Principal Certifier allows you to bypass Council. This gives a builder huge advantages in relation to deadlines and adaptability. 
• The advantages of word of mouth referrals.
• Good old fashioned treating people how they want to be treated.
• The beginnings of Urban Certifying, which started in August 2018, and the reason Tim wanted to step out on his own.  
• Cold calling, yet again, was the main driver of new business for Urban Certifying.  
• Learning the appropriate time to switch off when working in a family business. 
• Tim explains the difference between a Registered Principal Certifier (issues the permit)  and Principal Certifying Authority (statutory role of inspections).  
• Tim’s advice for anyone considering this career, and the pathways available.  

Sit back and enjoy this helpful interview with Tim Hodges.  

 

Links: 

Tim Hodges’s LinkedIn 

Urban Certifying