Terms & Conditions

1. Warranty

  • All products supplied and installed by CGF Security & Electrical include a 12-month warranty from the date of installation covering manufacturer defects and installation faults.
  • The warranty applies only to equipment supplied by CGF and installed by our technicians.
  • The warranty does not cover:
    ○ Customer-supplied products
    ○ User error or system setting changes
    ○ Network, internet or power issues
    ○ Damage caused by other trades, pests or environmental factors
    ○ Equipment modified or interfered with after installation

2. Aftercare Support

  • CGF provides aftercare support during the warranty period for genuine system faults and installation issues.
  • Where possible, out-of-hours technical support may be provided.
  • Support relating to user error, changed settings, network issues or environmental factors is not covered under warranty and may incur a service fee.

3. Warranty Coverage

  • Warranty coverage is limited to:
    ○ Faulty products supplied by CGF
    ○ Installation or configuration faults caused by CGF technicians
  • Where a product fault is confirmed, CGF will repair or replace the product at its discretion.

4. Non-Warranty Issues

  • Service visits outside warranty conditions will incur a minimum call-out fee of $299.
  • This includes but is not limited to issues such as:
    ○ User error or unfamiliarity with system operation
    ○ Changes to system or app settings after handover
    ○ False alarms
    ○ Internet, Wi-Fi or power issues
    ○ Environmental damage or wear
    ○ Damage caused by other trades or pests
    ○ Requests for additional training or system reconfiguration

5. Installation Sign-Off

  • At completion of installation, the client must sign a System Sign-Off Form confirming:
    ○ The installation has been completed and approved
    ○ The system has been demonstrated and explained
    ○ App access and settings have been confirmed
  • Issues arising after sign-off due to user changes or system adjustments may incur service charges.

6. Service & Call-Out Fees

  • A minimum call-out fee of $299 applies to service visits outside warranty scope.
  • Labour is charged in 60-minute increments at the standard hourly rate.
  • Where cancellations occur with less than 24 hours’ notice, CGF reserves the right to charge up to 100% of the scheduled service cost.
  • If materials have been purchased for a scheduled job, these costs will be charged to the client.

7. Booking & Scheduling

  • Acceptance of a quote does not guarantee immediate scheduling.
  • Standard installation lead time is 2–3 weeks, subject to workload and product availability.
  • Priority bookings within 2 weeks may be available for an additional $299 priority service fee.
  • CGF is not responsible for delays caused by supplier shortages, weather, site conditions or other circumstances outside our control.

8. Payment Terms

  • Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment is due within 1 day of the final invoice.
  • Deposits or stage payments may be required for larger projects.
  • For jobs exceeding $1,000 (ex GST) a deposit of up to 50% may be requested.
  • All equipment supplied and installed remains the property of CGF Security & Electrical until payment is received in full.

9. Debt Recovery

  • Invoices unpaid after 30 days may be referred to a debt recovery agency.
  • The client will be liable for:
    ○ Debt recovery costs
    ○ Legal fees
    ○ Interest and admin fees starting at $5 can be charged daily from overdue date
  • CGF reserves the right to suspend warranty and service support for overdue accounts.
  • Where accounts remain unpaid beyond 60 days, the CGF warranty may be void.

10. Customer Responsibilities

  • Clients must:
    ○ Provide safe and clear access to the work site
    ○ Inform CGF of any access restrictions or changes to plans
    ○ Ensure underground services are clearly marked where applicable
    ○ Avoid modifying installed systems without CGF approval
  • CGF is not liable for damage caused by unmarked services, existing wiring faults or unsuitable site conditions.

11. Client-Supplied Materials

  • Where clients supply their own equipment, CGF does not guarantee:
    ○ Compatibility with existing systems
    ○ Performance or reliability
    ○ Warranty coverage
  • Additional labour may be required for installation or troubleshooting of customer supplied equipment.

12. Monitoring Services

  • Where CGF assists in arranging alarm or CCTV monitoring services, these services are provided by a third-party monitoring provider.
  • CGF acts only as the security licence holder facilitating the service and is not responsible for monitoring performance or call-out responses.
  • Any administration or call-out fees issued by the monitoring company will be passed on to the client.

13. Cancellation or Access Failure

  • CGF may pause or cancel work where:
    ○ Access to the installation site is not provided
    ○ The job scope changes significantly
    ○ Critical information was not disclosed during quoting
    ○ The work becomes unsafe or impractical
  • Where cancellations occur after materials have been purchased, these costs will be passed on to the client.

14. Limitation of Liability

  • CGF Security & Electrical is not liable for indirect or consequential losses including loss of business, profit, or security incidents.
  • Security systems are risk mitigation tools only and do not guarantee prevention of theft, intrusion, fire or loss.

15. Governing Law

  • These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

16. Amendments

  • CGF reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. The most current version will be provided with quotes and invoices.

17. Acceptance of Terms

  • By accepting a CGF quote, paying a deposit, or signing the installation sign-off form, the client agrees to these Terms & Conditions.

 

These Terms & Conditions apply to all quotes, installations, invoices, and services provided by CGF Security & Electrical Pty Ltd.

CGF Security and Electrical PTY Ltd

ABN: 68 631 210 305

Master Security Licence: 000104676