People who plan to build a house often have misgivings about the process, since many have heard discouraging stories from their family and friends. But, if you feel the same way, take note that this isn’t always the case!
Building your own home can be a fun and exciting process — as long as you have the right builder by your side. If you hire the wrong construction company, that’s when things go downhill and your experience is marred by missed deadlines, surprise fees, and poorly built structures.
What should you look for in a builder?
To avoid having a nightmarish experience, you must take the time to find the right builder. You can do this by keeping the following factors in mind:
- Experience — It’s unfair to say that new companies don’t have anything to offer. However, in most cases, you’ll want to hire builders who have spent several years in the industry. Their experience allows them to finish their tasks in a quick and efficient manner and come up with creative and effective solutions to problems. These, in turn, can lead to a smooth and successful building process that results to your ultimate dream house.
- Licenses and registrations — Before hiring a construction company, make sure to check if they have a valid and up-to-date building contractor’s license or registration. If they don’t, it’s a sign that they have not fulfilled the requirements for licensing or registration and may not have the skills and knowledge to make your dream home a reality.
- Price range — It’s not advisable to hire the builder who offers a too-good-to-be-true quote nor the construction company who has the highest rates. Find a balance between cost and quality to get a builder who charges reasonable prices and can produce premium results.
- Customer feedback — Make a list of the builder’s past clients, give them a call, and ask them if they’re satisfied with their construction project. If you hear mostly positive feedback, it’s a sign that you’re on the right track and can most likely hire the builder with confidence. But, if most of what you hear are complaints, you probably need to find another company
Ways to compare builders to each other.
How can you find the right builder?
There are lots of construction companies in Australia, and choosing among them can be confusing and overwhelming. Fortunately, there are ways to simplify the process, and one of these is to use iBuildNew.
We offer an easy-to-use tool that allows you to compare similar house designs that are offered by different builders. By using this tool, you can easily see which construction company charges reasonable rates, has high-quality home designs, and can provide you with great value for money.
Our website is built in a way that makes it easy for you to contact individual builders. Simply click on the “Enquire” button that you can find on each listing, fill out the online form, and click on the “Send Enquiry” button. The builder will then get back to you to provide you with the information that you need.
In many cases, you don’t even have to contact the builder to make the right decision. iBuildNew has a team of phone consultants who have years of experience in the building sector and know the industry inside and out. With their skills and knowledge, they can guide you to the right builder who has the ability to create your dream property.
Milestones when planning to build a house
Once you’ve found the right builder, you’ll want to sit down with him or her and set some milestones. Doing this is important since it puts the two of you on the same page: your builder knows exactly when he must deliver each stage of the project, and you know when you can expect each stage to be completed. This, in turn, can reduce stress and make the process more fun and enjoyable for everyone.
Each construction project is unique, so you can’t realistically expect your house to be finished within the same time frame as other people’s. However, you can expect this rough outline:
- Week One: This usually entails a lot of clearing, tree removal, and excavation.
- Weeks Two to Five: These will involve footing and foundation work as well as the creation of your house’s frame.
- Weeks Six to Eight: Roofing installation happen at this stage, along with the installation of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. They’re usually followed by insulation and drywall.
- Weeks Nine to Twelve: Windows, doors, trims, and sidings are installed during this time. Walls are painted, cabinets are hung, and flooring materials are installed. On the 12th week, your lighting fixtures, appliances, taps, shower heads, and countertops are installed by tradesmen.
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Are you ready to look for the right builder and construct the house of your dreams? Call us on 1800 184 284 or use our online form to get started!
Let us do the legwork for you.
- We’ll ask the right questions to better understand your needs
- We’ll create a recommended shortlist ideally matched to you
- We’ll answer specific questions or concerns related to home building, land purchasing or financing
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