Licensed Demolishers in Victoria
Victoria Demolisher Statistics
Breakdown by Licence Class
- Demolisher - Low Rise 461
- Demolisher - Medium Rise 111
- Demolisher - Unlimited 75
Victoria Demolisher Licensing Overview
VBA Regulatory Overview
Victorian Building Authority is Victoria's principal regulator for the building and construction industry, responsible for licensing all demolishers who perform regulated work in the state. The VBA issues and renews licences, sets minimum requirements for licensees, investigates complaints, and takes disciplinary action against non-compliant operators.
As of February 2026, Victorian Building Authority oversees 647 licensed demolishers across Victoria, covering 3 licence classes. This represents one of the most comprehensive licensing regimes in Australia, designed to protect consumers and maintain industry standards.
Always check a demolisher's licence class before signing a contract. Different licence classes authorise different types and scales of work. You can verify both their licence class and status on TradieVerify or the VBA website.
How to Verify a Demolisher in Victoria
Verifying a demolisher's licence in Victoria is straightforward and should be done before engaging any tradesperson for work. You can use TradieVerify's free search tool to instantly look up any Victoria demolisher by name, licence number, or business name. Alternatively, you can search directly through Victorian Building Authority at https://www.vba.vic.gov.au.
When verifying, confirm: (1) the licence is current and active, (2) the licence class covers the type of work you need, (3) there are no conditions or restrictions on their licence, and (4) there is no disciplinary history. A legitimate demolisher will have no hesitation providing their licence number for verification.
Performing unlicensed demolisher work in Victoria carries significant fines. Homeowners who engage unlicensed demolishers lose access to statutory consumer protections and may face voided insurance, failed inspections, and other consequences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed demolishers are there in Victoria?
As of February 2026, there are 647 licensed demolishers registered with Victorian Building Authority in Victoria. This includes all licence classes: Demolisher - Low Rise, Demolisher - Medium Rise, Demolisher - Unlimited.
What is VBA and how does it regulate demolishers in Victoria?
Victorian Building Authority is the regulatory body responsible for licensing and overseeing demolishers in Victoria. It issues licences, investigates complaints, enforces building standards, and can suspend or cancel licences for non-compliance.
How do I verify a demolisher's licence in Victoria?
You can verify any Victoria demolisher's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through Victorian Building Authority at https://www.vba.vic.gov.au. Enter the demolisher's name or licence number to confirm their registration status, licence class, and any disciplinary history.
What happens if I hire an unlicensed demolisher in Victoria?
Hiring an unlicensed demolisher in Victoria means you lose access to statutory consumer protections. Unlicensed work may void your home insurance, fail inspections, and the unlicensed operator faces significant fines under Victoria law. Always verify a demolisher's licence before engaging them.