Scott Cam's Top Tips To Find The Best New Home Builders
Feature by Scott Cam, brand ambassador for Perth based Blueprint Homes . The home building industry is constantly evolving. For those on the outside, it may seem like all new home builders use the same techniques and materials, but if you go behind the scenes, you’ll see a whole different picture....
iBuildNew Editorial TeamJune 19, 20204 min read
Feature by Scott Cam, brand ambassador for Perth based Blueprint Homes.The home building industry is constantly evolving. For those on the outside, it may seem like all new home builders use the same techniques and materials, but if you go behind the scenes, you’ll see a whole different picture.I’ve seen my fair share of building over the years and I can spot a good builder a mile away. Often, it comes down to experience, knowing how to avoid mistakes and taking care of the finer details. Your builder should be thinking more about you and less about getting the job done quickly. When you choose a builder that does everything right from the start, you’ll end up saving yourself plenty of hassle and money. So, let’s take a look at some of the small things that’ll make a big difference to the quality of your new home.
Designing a ceiling that won’t sag
All new ceilings look great when you move in, but over time some can begin to sag. To understand why this happens, you need to know how your ceiling is constructed. The horizontal beams installed in the open roof area are known as ‘joists’. They form the frame for your ceiling. The space between these joists can determine how straight and steady your ceiling will remain over time.
Reduce cracks in the walls
Depending on where you live in Australia, the materials used to build your home will differ. At Blueprint home builders, building with double brick is standard. Most single storey homes use Fastwall bricks, while double-storey homes choose Verticore. Fastwall bricks hold less mortar, which can lead to more movement and potential cracking in the walls over time.
Avoid issues with damp
I get quite passionate about waterproofing. Sure, I understand that the colour and design of your bathroom tiles is important, but it’s what’s happening underneath that really matters to me.Having a builder that takes the time to thoroughly waterproof all wet areas is worth their weight in gold. As the homeowner, you may not even see the waterproofing process, but if you know that your builder has made it a priority, you’ll reap the benefits down the track.
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