When you’re ready to build a new home, there is certainly no shortage of builders to choose from. But when you hear so many horror stories, how do you know who is a high-quality, reliable builder? If you’re wondering how to choose a home builder, these six factors will help you make the right decision.

1.     Longevity

One of the toughest things to handle in recent times is the number of building companies going into liquidation. We don’t like to focus on the negatives, especially when Avondale Homes is going strong. But it is a serious concern for home builders who don’t want to be left holding the bag if their building company goes broke.

Longevity isn’t always an indicator that nothing bad can happen, but generally, if your builders have been in operation for over 10 years, it’s likely that they’re doing something right.

2.     Social proof

Another great way to choose a home builder is by looking at social proof. This refers to anything you can find online about the building company. Asking for recommendations on social media from trusted friends and family is a good idea. You can also check out the social media pages for builders and see what information you can gain there.

The other source is testimonials on their website and of course their Google reviews. Website testimonials are always going to be good, but checking more independent sources like Google is always useful.

3.     Availability

This one certainly isn’t a deal-breaker, especially if you’re willing to wait for the perfect contractor. But most people are on a timeframe when building a new house because they want to sell an existing one or get out of a rental. So, if you’re on a schedule and certain builders aren’t available to start, you’re simply going to have to look elsewhere.

4.     Fixed price contracts

If you don’t like nasty surprises when it comes to paying for your new house, fixed-price contracts are a must. When talking to builders, ask them for a full and complete breakdown of costs. There are certain costs outside of a builder’s control, but you should be very clear that you want to know upfront all of the costs that they will charge you directly.

5.     Experience

Of course, experience is another factor that needs to be considered. While it’s unfair to say that inexperienced builders can’t get the job done (because everyone starts somewhere), but realistically when you’re making such a big financial investment, you’d like to know that your builders are experienced and can do the job to the highest possible standard.

6. Quality home designs

Even if you want a custom home built, it’s worth looking at all of the available home designs that the builder has created. His can give you an idea of their style, but also their quality. For example, if you want to build an acreage home in Queensland, it doesn’t make sense to choose a builder who only usually builds units or suburban homes.

In some cases, building companies have display homes that you can visit, and this is a great way to get a picture of their workmanship and style.

Know how to choose a home builder now?

Hopefully, these tips will help you make a smart decision when choosing your home builder. Avondale Homes has built its reputation on incredible customer service and the highest quality of workmanship in our homes. Since 2009 we’ve delivered well over 750 homes to satisfied customers. To find out how to choose a home builder who goes the extra mile, contact Avondale Homes today and we’ll be happy to discuss your needs.

FAQ

Are all builders the same price?

Not all builders charge the same prices. It’s worth researching this thoroughly to avoid disappointment. The difficult thing is, not all excellent builders are expensive, and not all expensive builders are excellent. So, try to focus on quality over price.

Why do build contracts take 6-8 weeks?

That’s a question we can’t answer. It simply delays the whole process, and that’s why we’ve cut this to a 48-hour turnaround on all build contracts.

Do I need a local builder?

It isn’t essential, however, local builders know the area. They also have a good knowledge of council approval requirements, and if they’re building in the area, they have crews available and can usually build faster than choosing an out-of-town builder.

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