How to choose a builder

 

Choosing a trusty New Zealand builder can be tricky and ideally you should choose your builder just as carefully as you choose the options for your dream home. It’s important to hire a reputable company, who while initially may come at a higher investment, will ultimately build you a better quality home and save you stress down the track.

How do you select the person who is going to transform your new home dreams into your new home reality? We have sought out the best advice from those in the know to bring you a list of tips, tricks - and your legal rights and responsibilities.

 

1. Seek them out

Ask friends, family and colleagues if they have used any good (or bad) builders they would recommend. Or even consult community groups and forums to see if anyone is making recommendations on there.

 

2. Check them out

Use these same resources, as well as the building business’ website and social media accounts, to see what type of feedback, testimonials and previous work they have completed. Go and visit their company’s show homes, or the homes of previous clients - the results are what count, and the best litmus test of a builder’s expertise.

 

3. Test them out

Once you have whittled down a shortlist, approach them each for quotes. Compare the estimates are for the same level of service, for example - building hours, the number of staff they will have on site, the level of specifications and building materials being used.

 

4. Question them

Don’t be shy to query the reasoning behind their quotes. Why is their price so much lower or higher than others? What will you be getting for the extra cost (or missing out on). Also, don’t forget to question their credentials.

 

5. Iron those guarantees and contracts out

What will happen is defects arise in the first year of completion? Ask your builder options for their guarantees and negotiate for any terms which may apply to your project over and above the norm.

 

6. Understand the roles

Knowing who's taking care of the building process can help things run smoothly and ensure everyone understands their role in getting your home completed. If you build with independents, you may put your builder or architect in charge, or you may decide to manage the build yourself.

When determining this, it's always good to consider how much time and experience is needed to effectively manage the project, as if it's not done well, it can negatively impact your timeline and budgets.

 

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