"Very professional. Work was done quickly and with great quality. The final result looks fantastic. Great value for money."
Sydney Olympic Park Sydney NSW"Came out to job on sunday. Good communication and on time. Happy to refer more business in the future"
West Hoxton Sydney NSW"Greg did a number of jobs around my two bedroom unit and right from the beginning he was very professional and punctual. He was generous with his knowledge and the quality of wor.."
Somerton Park Adelaide SA"Paul Wainwright is a skilled builder and has done a lot of building jobs in our family. In years, he never failed us in terms of his work. Recently, we bought a new house and we .."
Balnarring Beach Melbourne VIC"Archibuilt were great to deal with. Damien showed up when he said he would show up, his quote prior to starting was spot on and if anything changed he would discuss this with us .."
Melbourne VIC"Fantastic service and genuine people to deal with. Honesty is very hard to come by in this type on industry and it’s great to know that the staff of Gazmick Building Services can.."
Alexandria Sydney NSW"My husband and I are extremely happy with our house extension built by Artisan Building. A colleague recommended Colin of Artisan Building. From the initial quotation to the ca.."
Redland Bay Brisbane QLD"Reasonable quote. Punctual, efficient and reliable. Good quality work. Would recommend. "
West Pennant Hills Sydney NSW"The builder was very professional and thorough in his assessment of the work needed and he carried out the job in good time. I am very happy with the service and would recommend.."
Graceville Brisbane QLD"Ken was always on time and efficient in his work. He got the job done in the agreed time frame. "
Victoria Point Brisbane QLDHow to Find a Good Professional Builder
A builder can be an independent
tradesman, a general contractor, or work for a corporate entity that provides
building services and related work. Their services may include designing,
planning, constructing, renovating, and refurbishing a home or commercial
property.
While a builder’s main job is to
provide the physical structure , the work starts before the foundation is even laid.
Builders - particularly developers - first research whether or not the planned
construction makes sense in the market. They also survey the land, check zoning
regulations, and take care of other legalities before any ground is broken.
Qualifications of a Professional Builder
Since building is a highly specialised
field there are certain qualifications that a builder must get in order to be
cleared to work. A Certificate III is achieved when a builder has completed a four-year
apprenticeship and is qualified to work as a skilled tradesman or contractor.
Some builders can obtain a qualification through school-based apprenticeships
which include both on- and off-the-job training in construction.
In order to carry out any construction
project valued at over $5,000, a professional builder must also be a registered
member of the Building Practitioners’ Board. Approval from the Board is also
necessary for obtaining a building permit.
Cost of Hiring a Builder
Construction work generally includes
three types of costs: labour, materials, and plant hire. Labour fees are usually
charged at an hourly rate, while the cost of plant hire will vary depending on
your project’s requirements and what's available in your area. The entire
project cost will vary depending on the size and complexity of your project.
To get the best possible price, the
general rule is to ask for a quote from at least three builders. Request that
they provide a breakdown of all costs, including the cost of plans, materials,
products, building services, etc.
Selecting a Good Builder
Apart from valid licences and
qualifications, industry experience is another important thing to look for when
choosing a builder. An experienced builder often has a good understanding of
local codes, zoning laws, and project management — an indicator of quality and
efficiency. So, make sure to do your research before settling on a builder. Start
your research by checking local established builders on Oneflare.
Make sure to read through customer reviews as well as the builder’s profile, so you can find out what clients are saying about a builder's workmanship.
Very prompt with a quote and did the job within 2 days. Great communication and the work done was professional. Will be using their services in future renovations. Thank you!
John Martin built a large,beautiful, architect designed home for us on a very sloping, high and difficult block of land. John was very cooperative and nothing was too much trouble for him and his team. His after service was excellent. We would recommend his services to a future..
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