Before you get started on your project you’ll need to recruit a builder. This can be a daunting process, because you want your home to be in safe, confident hands. The team at Finesse Projects are professional, experienced and talented builders, so you can be assured that your project will be completed to a high standard. However, before you select and start working with your builder, you should do some research and set some expectations. 

What you should be aware of when selecting and working with your builder:

Communication

We know that everyone has different approaches to communication, which is why this is one of the most important factors to consider. When you meet up with a potential builder, you will know almost instantly if they are suited for you and your project. If you can’t seem to communicate or get on the same level on the first meeting, it is very likely that communication issues will arise further down the track. Avoid this and be very clear in your meeting what and how you expect communication to be handled.

Quotes and Budgets

We highly recommend establishing a budget before you come to your builder, this can set some expectations for what can and can’t be done going forward. You won’t want to exceed your budget, so creating one will help your building team come up with a quote to suit your budget whilst achieving your dream home. We offer fixed-price quotes, so you can rest assured that your budget won’t be exceeded. In saying that, we always recommend that you allow for unexpected costs.

Timelines

Setting up a timeline can help you set some expectations for your potential building team. If you are planning on undergoing a full home renovation, you may need to consider alternate accommodation, which can also affect your timeline and budget. Your building team will also be able to work with the timeline.

Priorities 

When meeting with your builder you should be clear about what your priorities are. Not only will this help us ensure that we get what’s done completed, but if the budget and timeline puts constraints on what can and can’t be done, sacrifices can be made based on the priorities list. Priorities can also help when you are staying elsewhere, as we can ensure that we are completing the jobs first that will allow you to move in sooner rather than later. 

References

As with any job interview where you would ask for references and examples of previous work, you should ask to see your potential builders other projects. Not only can this allow you to make an informed decision about their skills, but you can also gauge to see if their style suits yours. Many builders will help you make design choices throughout the project, so having a similar taste can ensure that you will be happy with the final result. 

Insurance and Qualifications

Ensuring that your builder is not only experienced, but also legally qualified, is a crucial component. Getting to the final stages of your build and discovering that the builder you put trust in isn’t qualified can be problematic and can cause serious issues with the final stages of the project. You should also confirm the potential builder has the appropriate insurance, so if the worst case scenario occurs, everyone will be covered.