Whether you’re on a tight turnaround, need some advice or are looking for the perfect finish you’ll be relying on your builder for your entire journey to property ownership, so it’s important to get it right. We've put together an article to help you pick the perfect home builder for you.

1. PICKING THE
PERFECT HOME
BUILDER
From Commodore Homes

2. INTRODUCTION:
Who you choose to build your dream home
can impact the outcome dramatically, but
don’t let that scare you. Just be sure to do
your research and get to know your builder
before you begin.
Your builder’s experience and expertise
can affect the decisions you make while
building, and could lead to the creation of
the home of your dreams or just another
home.

3. WHAT WE’LL COVER:
• What decisions you need to make
before getting started.
• How to pick your home builder.
• Useful questions to ask.

4. 1. START AS YOU MEAN
TO GO ON
Obviously cost will come into it, but the
results of a bad decision can also be costly
in the long run, therefore getting it right
from the start is key.
When it comes to making your choice,
asking questions is the best way to make
an informed decision.
“If you’re talking to
a reputable builder,
they will want you
to know their
credentials.”

5. 2. TIME TO CHOOSE WISELY
Not only are you looking for a quality
builder, but one who’s a good match to
construct your new home. There are many
ways to speed up the research and
selection process without compromising on
the quality of your build later. “Asking the right
questions will
help you
make quicker
decisions”

6. 3. DECIDE WHAT YOU NEED
Many builders specialise in a specific type
of home, so before you begin looking,
you’ll need to make some decisions. What
size and type of home are you looking for
and what’s your price range?
“Ask yourself what
you want from your
home and what life
stage you are at.”

7. 4. SPEAKING FROM EXPERIENCE
“If you are on a tight
deadline, you may
want to go for an
experienced company
due to their well-
practiced process.”
Of course, all companies once had to build
their first home, and just because they are
a new firm, it doesn’t mean they don’t have
experienced staff. But make sure you are
making the right decision for you.

8. 5. QUALIFICATIONS ARE KEY
Make sure you check that your builder is
licensed and insured. It’s a good idea to
find out what kind of insurance your builder
has and what is covered during and after
the building process. “Never work with a
non-licensed builder
as you won’t be
covered if any
problems occur.”

9. 6. DO THEY DABBLE IN YOUR
DESIGN STYLE?
Checking out their portfolio, recent display
homes and homes in the area will give you
an idea if you like their style. There is not
much point in choosing a builder who has
never completed the elements you’d like
your home to include.
“Match builders to
your style, no the
other way round.”

10. 7. WHAT ABOUT WARRANTY?
A huge advantage of buying a new build is
that you’ll get a warranty that covers
structure and most products, systems and
components. This means that you won’t
have to worry about additional costs in the
years to come. “Before you sign,
find out exactly how
long their warranty
lasts.”

11. 8. TIME TO SELL
When it comes to moving out, you want to
be able to advertise your home builder as a
key selling point – if they have a good
reputation, it will make your home easier to
sell. “A reputable builder
will work well in the
long run.”

12. 9. VISIT A PREVIOUS BUILD
If you think you’ve found the ideal building,
why not put them to the test? Check out
display homes to get a real feel for style
and check out the quality of finish.

13. 10.KEEP AN EYE OUT
FOR QUALITY
It’s the attention to detail that counts. Take
a look at what products and materials they
use and the workmanship that has gone
into their past builds and display homes.

14. 11.GET IT IN WRITING
If you’re choosing a specific builder due to
an offer or the inclusions, make sure you
get all the details in writing before you sign.
Sometimes items that you see in a model
home, may not be included in his standard
pricing. “Ask the builder for
his allowance
amounts for all
elements of your
build, such as
fixtures, flooring and
lighting.”

15. SUMMARY:
Whether you’re on a tight turnaround, need
some advice or are looking for the perfect
finish you’ll be relying on your builder for
your entire journey to property ownership,
so it’s important to get it right.