Bushfire and Environmental Management Consultancy -

Jayden Taccori

I was super impressed with Duncan at BEMC. He was very prompt with every reply and action, he followed up with council multiple times and I received back a very detailed report in a timely manner. Couldn't be happier with the service provided.

Phil Bowden

I have worked with Duncan on several projects now & I highly recommend BEMC & their services. Very professional, very courteous, very prompt & very reasonably fees.

charlie low

I couldn't recommended using BEMC less - if I could give zero stars, I would.

We had a very specific but fairly straightforward issue requiring the assistance of a bushfire consultant, concerning the construction of a deck in a bushfire prone area. We required assistance to confirm construction requirements to meet the BAL rating for the area.

I explained the issue to Duncan over the phone, who said he could help. Once I received his report ($700) I consulted Council, and then the construction landscaper for the deck, with a view to making the necessary changes to meet compliance.

Every time I went back to Duncan to confirm the changes required to meet the requirements, the answer changed, but was always vague and ambiguous. He then couldn't even remember what construction materials were used, despite the site visit and having been provided with all construction plans and Council documentation concerning the Building Information Certificate.
He then wanted another $800 to come back out to the property to re-inspect - milking further fees for no outcome. BEMC have cost us significant money and wasted almost 5 months in obtaining the approvals we sought - and we're still no closer.
I would recommend going elsewhere for your bushfire consultant requirements.

Emad A

Duncan was referred to me by a local contact and even though it was close to Christmas, he still managed to get me what I needed. His professional service and quick replies to emails were 10/10.
Duncan's fees are very reasonable and you definitely get value for money.

Chrislyn D'Costa

Duncan took the time with us that no other BAL specialist did. He explained everything and corrected the work that other “specialists” initially did for us. He was incredibly efficient and worked with our tight deadlines to ensure that our build did not get delayed. Highly recommend!!

Vanessa Hedges

Duncan was very helpful and worked quickly to produce documentation required for our development. He was an excellent communicator so we knew when to expect feedback so we could program accordingly.

kerrie hansell

We took a leap of faith and bought a block of land in the Hills District with a flamezone rating. Knowing we were against the odds of building the house we wanted and it wasnt going to cost us an arm and a leg we hoped we could find a bushfire consultant that might be able to assist us achieve this. I researched bushfire consultants and found an article that Duncan had commented on, found his details, sent off an email enquiry and no sooner Duncan had contacted me on a Saturday! I was extremely uneducated about BAL ratings. After a phone call I felt super confident in Duncan's expertise. Duncan was extremely approachable, explained everything so we could understand and with his detailed and thorough bushfire report helped us achieve the house we wanted with a lower BAL rating and a successful Council approval first go, saving us tens of thousands in architect fees and building costs. Duncan made it feel easy even though we knew it wasnt. His service was exceptional and we believe it was the best money we have spent. We would recommend Duncan in a heartbeat.

Mark Randon

When I made contact with Duncan he immediately understood the complexity of the issue I was dealing with regarding Bushfire and slope analysis. Duncan instantly provided me with advise and guidance. He undertook the scope of works quickly and had the report back to me in a very short time. I would recommend Duncan to any persons who are seeking a solution to a problem in his chosen field.