Picking the wrong renovation builder is an expensive lesson. Timelines stretch out, the workmanship falls short, and suddenly what felt like a straightforward home improvement turns into a drawn-out headache.  Melbourne  homes, especially the older ones, need  renovation builders   who understand the materials, the architecture, and the specific quirks that come with properties built decades ago. So before signing anything, it pays to know what actually separates a good builder from one who just looks good on paper.   Credentials That Go Beyond the Basics Victorian Building Authority registration is the starting point. Any  renovation builder in Melbourne  carrying out residential work needs to be VBA registered. That is not negotiable. Beyond the legal requirement, though, membership with Master Builders Australia adds another layer of accountability. Master Builders members are held to industry standards that go above the b...