The Building Journey: Answers From Experience
With over 30 years of building homes, we’ve learned a trick or two along the way. Over the years, clients have asked us plenty of questions, and in this section, we share the most commonly asked ones, based on decades of experience.
Getting Started – Before Construction Begins
Once your contract is signed, your new home starts taking shape behind the scenes. There are important steps that happen before construction begins, and understanding them helps everything run smoothly. Here we answer the most common questions we’re asked at the very start of the journey.
Selections, Finishes & Personal Touches
Choosing the finishes for your new home is one of the most exciting stages of the building journey. From paint colours and flooring through to tapware, cabinetry and appliances, these selections help shape the overall look and feel of your home. Many clients have questions during this stage about how colours appear, when selections need to be finalised and what options are available depending on the stage of construction. Below we answer some of the most common questions we receive when homeowners begin choosing finishes for their new home.
How Long Does It Take to Build a House?
If you’re planning to build a new home, one of the first questions on everyone’s mind is: “How long will it take?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, understanding the typical timeline and what can affect it will help you plan and stay informed throughout the process.
Nearing Completion – What Happens Before Handover
As your new home moves into the final stages of construction, everything begins to come together. Finishes are completed, final adjustments are made and the home is carefully prepared for handover. This stage is often called pre completion or handover preparation, and it’s one of the most exciting milestones in the building journey. It’s also when clients tend to have a few final questions about inspections, handover and what to expect before moving in.
What You’ll Notice During Construction
Watching your new home take shape during construction is one of the most exciting parts of the building journey. As the structure progresses and different trades move through the site, you may notice stages where things look unfinished, messy or slightly different to what you expected. This is completely normal. Building a home happens in carefully planned stages, and many elements only appear finished once several trades have completed their work.
General Questions About Estates
Buying a home in a planned estate often comes with questions about community guidelines, landscaping, pets and what to expect as the neighbourhood develops. While each estate is slightly different, most are designed to give homeowners flexibility while still maintaining an attractive and well planned streetscape. Below are some of the most common questions clients ask when considering a home in a new estate.