Do you understand the difference between a production and a custom builder? Are you worried about making the wrong choice and being left with a home that you don’t like? By not understanding the difference you risk choosing the wrong builder for your project. This will leave you feeling unhappy with your home and down … Read more
Spiralling costs, locked-in contracts, dodgy or unfinished works – it’s easy to see why home makeover dreams can quickly become reno nightmares. Let’s take a look at the top six ways a renovation can go wrong – and how you can avoid home renovation mistakes with our free downloadable guide: 1: Choosing the wrong builder … Read more
Are you worried about blowing your budget with unexpected variations from your builder right in the middle of your renovation project? We all love surprises – except when we’re renovating our home You may have heard people discussing ‘variations’ when they talk about building and renovating. You may have also noticed that no one’s ever … Read more
Are you considering a major renovation but are worried about choosing the wrong builder? One of the most common hurdles you’ll incur when looking to start your building project is at the very beginning: how to find the right builder. This is by far the most important step in the process as it will determine … Read more
Are you worried about being kept in the dark during your home renovation? Are you concerned that once you sign the contract, your builder won’t communicate with you enough or provide you with regular updates about what’s going on? Communication throughout your project is one of the most important aspects of ensuring a successful outcome. … Read more
Do you get confused when it comes to the difference between a quote and an estimate? Each builder has a different process for pricing projects and with all these different industry terms, how are you to know the difference between a quote and an estimate? The truth is, it’s really hard to figure out the … Read more
Are you thinking of renovating or extending but are worried about living in your house while it happens? Renovating is probably one of the most rewarding, yet frustrating and stressful things you’ll ever do. You don’t want to have to deal with the dust, disorganisation and not to mention the constant interruption to day-to-day life. If … Read more
Are you confused about what to expect in the ‘standard inclusions’ list of your building contract? How are you supposed to know what to look for when every builder is different? When it comes to custom homes and additions, ‘standard inclusions’ can be one of the most confusing parts of the process. You want the … Read more
We are blessed to be able to work with a number of great South Australian companies! Cornell Electrical is no exception, as they instil confidence in their customers with their expertise and commitment. We had a chat with their owner, Jamie, about the company and their responsibilities to their clients! Tell us a bit about … Read more
Welcome to the wonderful world of Builders Jargon! Working in the office, even I have my moments of fleeting confusion. The terminology used during a project is vital to anyone building – whether it is your dream home or an investment property. Knowing the difference between a joist and a jamb may not be as … Read more