Tips when hiring building contractors.

Embarking on construction of any kind is an expensive and complex venture. Use these tips to ensure you feel prepared to carefully find a builder.

Speak to family and friends to gather referrals for reputable home builders near you. The local council can also be another way to source recommendations.

Do a background check and your due diligence of prospective construction companies. Look at their website and gauge if it feels legitimate.

Ensure you go with a licensed and registered builder who holds the required credentials and qualifications. This is also applicable to their possession of council approved permits for any construction work.

Check their insurance information and make sure their coverage will not expire before your project is finished.

Have timelines and estimates in writing.

Be weary of automatically choosing the lowest price as this could indicate compromised quality.

Research these things to ensure you hire local, quality builders for your construction project. Until then, keep searching through our comprehensive online listings.

Builders - Common Questions

What do builders do in Australia?

A builder is a licensed professional that oversees, coordinates and works on the construction or repair of homes and commercial buildings.

Do I need a builder or can I build a house myself?

As long as you're registered and intend to use your own skills to build or extend or renovate your home. An owner builder is someone intent on building their own home for the purposes of using the home as their own domestic dwelling.

How do builders calculate build costs?

Builders generally use a cost per square metre (m2) to price a job. The costs can differ based on the type of design, materials, locations and many more.

What do I look for when hiring a builder?

Home owners typically select builders based on their quality, experience, qualifications, portfolios and ease of communication.

Where can I find builders or building contractors?

You can research by speaking to family and friends, browsing the internet or rely on trusted directory listing platforms with honest and transparent reviews.

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