Question 1

What is the home building construction process?

Accepted Answer

The general order of precedence for the home building construction process will be similar to the following: Excavation & Foundations (Including Basement, Cellars, And Garage), Framing (Wooden Skeleton, Roof Framing, Slats & Sheathes), Exterior Design (Roofing Material, Balconies, Terraces, Wall Exterior), Interior Utilities (Electrical Fixtures, Piping, Plumbing, Wiring, Insulation), Interior Design (Plasterboard, Flooring, Trim), Final Utilities (Any Unfinished Plumbing, Electric, Or Water Facilities), and Tidying (Cleaning And Any Odd Jobs). After this is done, we can hand you the keys and take you on a grand tour. Of course, there are numerous subcategories within the 7 steps above, but this should serve as a good general overview. For a higher-level overview, visit our process page.

Question 2

How can I find out more information about the home building process?

Accepted Answer

We recognise that the home building process is complex and there are many moving parts. Which is one reason that we decided to release a free eBook that outlines the steps in more detail. Most new home buyers have very little working knowledge of how the process actually takes place. And we believe in empowering new buyers so they can make informed decisions. After all, constructing a new home is the most impactful and expensive decision you will ever make - why not take a read through an eBook to get more information?

Question 3

How will I be kept up to date during the home building process?

Accepted Answer

We only take on a certain number of projects each year. Due to this, you can contact Richard directly and you will be informed of any relevant changes. But we have gone even one step further. You have your own dedicated client portal where you can see what is happening during the entire construction process. Your home can spring to life right on your monitor.

Question 4

Why should I choose Canberra Home Builders?

Accepted Answer

There are multiple reasons to select us as your home building service. We focus on customer interaction and we like to focus on a select number of jobs each year. For us, it is not just a numbers game. We are focused on people and their dreams, not merely churning our way through projects. Moreover, consider that: We are 100% licenced, accredited, and insured. We are members of Master Builders NSW. We have 21 years industry experience. We offer a 6 year structural warranty and a 90 day defect guarantee.

Question 5

How long does it take to build a house?

Accepted Answer

This depends on a wide variety of factors. However, it usually takes between 6 months and 12 months on average to build a house in Australia. But before this, you have a lot of work to do in terms of the design and planning, which can also take between 1 - 4 months. A lot of this will depend on you, however, while the building process is mostly out of your control. Keep in mind that you should not really be looking for a quickly constructed house. A 4 month home build should be treated with scepticism unless it’s a simple single storey home on a flat slope. It’s your dream home, and it is only right that will take some time to come to fruition.

Question 6

What affects the duration of the construction process?

Accepted Answer

There are many items that will affect the home design process. Adverse weather conditions can stall the process. The slope of the land can also have a major impact, as this will delay the build. Double and triple storey homes are more complex in nature, and this is more than just the increased space. To be honest, the things that could impact the process are infinite, from easements to tree roots to council approval. But with some careful planning, most of these factors can be eliminated.

Question 7

Can I use plans from a different designer than Canberra Home Builders?

Accepted Answer

Of course. You can use the drafts from a different building designer or architect and we will go about building it or modifying it as required. Be aware that when you do this, the drafts from your home are not actually your copyright - the other designer can use these drafts as he/she sees fit. It is only your copyright if you drastically modify the plans. So we will have to either drastically alter the plans or (more commonly) just work with the architect, which we often do. For expert home building design and construction, contact Richard Bradford today on 02 6171 6104 for a no-obligation quote.

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