When looking for the person to construct your chosen Australian kit home, this process will be determined by a few main factors:
* Do you have the desire to be an owner-builder? * Is there a good choice of experienced kit home builders in your area? * Are you prepared to owner manage the project under an Owner Builder license or will you need the builder to do this for you?
Some may be able to able to get a good range of quotes while others may be limited to the number of builders in their area and the builder's availability at the time.
However, there is no reason to cut corners here. You must have exacting standards and ensure any builder has a minimum set of criteria to meet before he will be considered for the work.
What your builder must have:
* Good references คอนโดมือสอง กรุงเทพ and feedback on completion time, expertise, and attitude (do your homework) * Insurance * Registration, certification with proper authorities and experience in the work you want done * Understanding of local codes and Australian Building Code * Professional and thorough quote process * Trustworthy personality * Check for Home Warranty Insurance if the state requires it
Watch out for builders who put pressure on you to sign contracts within a certain timeframe to 'secure discounts' etc. Everybody loves a bargain, but extreme pressure tactics can signal troubles later on.
If a builder asks you to get an owner-builder license be wary that he may not be correctly licensed for the work you need done.
Good Questions to Ask a Builder Before Contracts Are Signed or Any Work Starts
Always ask the right questions before deciding on a builder. Try and narrow your choices down to three for quotes and more information. Building a home can be the best time or someone's life, but it can be the opposite if you haven't done your homework and things go badly.
Try not to be impatient in the preparation stages. Take all the time needed to make informed decisions. The builder will be working for you and you are paying him good money, so expect the best and ensure you get that by choosing the right builder.
Australian kit homes come in a variety of materials, footings, and finishes. Check the proposed builders have the expertise level need for all aspects of construction.
Be sure to ask:
* Whether they have much work on at the moment * To see qualifications and current licenses * Will the builder be supervising the work * If all necessary insurance policies are up to date * How much his deposit requirements are * When can the work be started and how long it will take to finish * What is the process to protect you against defective work * How much is the overall quote and exactly what is and isn't included in that quote * Can you see a copy of the standard contract to read * Does he employ other workers or does he outsource to other contractors * Who will be responsible for cleaning the site
State Licensing Requirements:
Each state does have its own requirements. Contact the appropriate authorities for more information.
Western Australia - Builder's Registration Board License needed if construction costs exceeds twelve thousand dollars ($12000). Some regional areas may vary. Non structural work does not require licensing.
Victoria - Building Commission Licensing required if contract price exceeds five thousand dollars ($5000). Not needed if the work only involves one trade, for example painting.
Tasmania - Workplace Standards Tasmania License needed for any work with over five thousand dollars ($5000) value and requires a permit.
South Australia - Office of Consumer and Business Affairs License needed for all types of residential work at all cost levels.
Queensland - Building Services Authority Check for certain trade cost limits. License needed for work where construction and materials exceed eleven hundred dollars ($1100).
Northern Territory Licensing laws are still being discussed and there is no authority at the present time.
New South Wales - Office of Fair Trading License needed if construction and material costs exceed two hundred dollars ($200).
Australian Capital Territory - Building Electrical and Plumbing Control Builder gradings range from A to D and a license is needed for most types of work.
Australian kit homes are designed for ease of build to enable you to be an owner-builder. If that is your choice then there are guidelines and requirements you will need to legally construct, either fully or partially, your own home.
New South Wales also has the BASIX rule to be adhered to in relation to using less water and energy on any new occupancy. Your Kit Home provider and any contractors or builders you use should have a sound understanding of these requirements. Make sure to enquire about how they address these requirements in your initial discussions.
Check out every avenue, and don't leave anything out. The future success of your home depends on the decisions you make now.
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