Steps In Building A New Home

The process of building a new home is both an exciting yet challenging time. There are numerous different factors which need to be considered to have the whole process more successful. Managing the whole building experience is important so it can be within the time and financial budget. Here at Bleyer Constructions, our builder and construction services are the best within the Northern Beaches. With our 65+ years of experience working within the construction industry, we know the best steps to building a new home efficiently, properly and safely. 

To help you with knowing a but better about the building process, the main steps which come with building a new home are:

1. Choosing a Home Design
2. Finding the Suitable Land
3. Choosing the Best Builder
4. Applying for a Home Loan
5. Signing the Contract
6. Monitoring the Whole Building Process
7. Completing the Handover

Choosing the Right Home Design

When deciding on what home to build, there are many different options to take. For example, DIY homes and custom built buildings can be chosen, or even project homes or house and land packages. Whatever the design and situation of the home will be, there are specific questions which need to be asked and answered. 

These may include understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each individual option. Also, the location of the new home, furthermore the financial costs that are involved in the project have to be considered as well.

Selecting the Land and Location

When building a new home on a different ground, not rebuilding on a previous location, it is important to know if the place is suitable for the build. Hiring a trusted inspector will determine if the site will be of standards to carry on the construction. The land that the new home will be built on can dramatically influence the cost price. That’s why knowing before committing to buying/ building on the land is crucial. 

Qualified and Trusted Builders

Deciding on the best home builder is critical to making sure the project is within trusted hands. Therefore, spending a quality amount of time choosing the perfect builder is really important. To do this, gather information on what close ones highly recommend to hire, as well as calling up various places. Moreover, know that the builder is fully licensed, has a good reputation and can complete projects on time. 

Have them inspect the property/ situation, making sure they provide you a quote on the home. Additionally, the builder should contain a good construction management focus, providing all the plans and costs of all aspects of the home. Likewise, indemnity insurance, plan agreements and building contracts should be inspected by a conveyancer or solicitor before completely signing.

Home Loan Applications

It is really important that having the finance side of the building process always planned and on track. Successful completion will occur when knowing how much everything will likely cost, moreover the home loan is gathered before beginning. This will include knowing the deposit amount while having the solicitor or conveyancer check the contract to see how the progress payments will occur. 

If preferring that the payments are done after the home is built, having a ‘price on completion’ requested when receiving a quote. Additionally, considering extra costs, for instance the legal fees and costs involved with the loan should happen before the process.

The Contract is Signed & Approved

Reviewing the contract carefully along with the solicitor or conveyancer should occur after agreeing on costs. Signing documents and carefully reading them is important as many errors usually happen when people skip reading. Also, changing the contents involved in the contract later in the process can be costly. Knowing the requirements and laws of the local area and that they comply within the contract is also important. 

The builder is responsible for making sure the National Standards, as well as local, are met. Furthermore, they need to secure the building licences and permits by contacting the relevant authorities. There is also the option to have insurance before starting the building project. This can be for reasons such as protecting the property, land and people involved in the process.

Always Know What is Happening

During each phase of the build, monitoring what is happening is important in knowing what exactly is happening. Similarly, making sure that the project is within time and cost restraints is beneficial, as well as being on top of the design elements.

A diary or alike can be used to have a record of each stage of the building process. For example, writing discussions with builders or any updates, progressions or changes can be recorded. Likewise, the weather on each day, any letters or even taking photos for progression purposes can be done. 

If personally monitoring the building process is not something which wants to be personally done, a certified building consultant can be hired.  

Final Stages and Moving In

The best time to collect the keys before moving in is usually a week after the completion of the home. Along with this, all final payments should be made before moving in. Moreover, having a copy of all needed warranties and certificates involved in the contract should be received. Lastly, the builder’s written authority based on the building has been completed and is safe for living should also be kept.

Quality Builder and Construction Services

Bleyer Constructions promises that we are the best place to contact for wanting certified builder and construction services in the Northern Beaches. Our customer service is unmatched when compared to other builders Sydney has to offer. Additionally, we make sure the project management runs smoothly with all needed standards met. 

We can work in all suburbs of the Northern Beaches, call us on 9982 4042 otherwise email us at info@bleyerconstructions.com.au. Additionally, we do offer home renovation resources, along with home extensions, if you want your existing home to receive the new home treatment. Whatever the task we are given your Northern Beaches Sydney home will be handled with professional hands and experience.