There are many questions you'll want to ask your builder throughout the process to help you feel comfortable and confident with your decision.
Consider the questions below before you sign a contract or pay any deposits.
Questions about the build
- Will my home differ from the display home I have seen?
- What is and is not included in my package?
- Apart from the mandatory Home Building Compensation Scheme insurance policy, do you have any additional insurance coverage?
- How will I be kept updated on the progress of my home build?
Questions about costs
- What is the total cost of the home?
- Are the costs fixed or likely to change?
- What additional costs will I need to cover?
- How much is the deposit?
- When do progress payments need to be made?
- What happens when unexpected costs arise?
Questions about timeframes
- How long does a build usually take?
- What factors can cause delays to the build?
- What happens when unexpected delays happen?
- Will you compensate me if build delays lead to extra costs for me (such as additional rent or mortgage repayments)?
- What is your extension-of-time clause?