Many people historically have believed that working exclusively with an Architect or Building Designer to create the working drawings and specifications for their new home or renovation before researching and engaging with a Registered Building Practitioner.
However, we believe that there are incredible benefits of involving your Builder from the very beginning.
All Registered Builders have extensive building experience and up to date knowledge of the latest costings and lead times which proves beneficial for scheduling construction timelines, designing within budget and problem solving potential construction issues.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A REGISTERED BUILDING PRACTITIONER
As mentioned above, experience working within the Construction Industry for a significant period of time allows Builders an unparalled insight into material and trade conditions such as lead time, shortages and price rises. Having a clear understanding of this has never been more important, with the Construction Industry facing the unprecedented impact from the affects of the Covid pandemic and a global material shortage on many materials for various reasons. A Registered Builder is constantly in contact with suppliers and sub-contractors in order to understand and manage scheduling and the ordering of materials. This can have a significant impact on the overall construction timeline of a project so it makes sense to utilise this knowledge from the very beginning so that potentially significant delays can be avoided and or taken into consideration.
To become a Registered Builder is quite a significant undertaking and involves far more than just ‘ticking off your carpentry quals’. A Registered Builder is required to have an indepth knowledge of the current Australian Building Codes and Regulations and must have proven their ability to identify and rectify any issue. By incorporating their problem solving ability during the design phase, many issues can be addressed early on rather than on site which can become costly, both timewise and financially. They have a sound knowledge base of the legal ramifications and necessary permits required and can assist in guiding you through these.
To have a successfull residential construction business, Registered Building Practitioners must be skilled at quoting materials accurately. By factoring in accurate pricing with the budget from the beginning it can ensure that the design is within the parameters of your budget at all times and can be more easily rectified in the early stage.
A Registered Building Practitioner also has a team of Sub-Contractors whose work they know and value. The painter, electrician, plumber, roofer, tiler etc is someone they have sourced specifically for their skill and business ethics. These trade contractors can be a valuable source of information and guidance during the design process.
When you look to hire a Registered Builder for your next project, you are not just hiring their services to build your home, you are also hiring them for the wealth of experience and knowledge that they bring from building many houses.
We have found that by including your Registered Building Practitioner from the begining of your design phase that the total construction timeline from design to completion is greatly reduced, budgets are more easily factored into the design and your working relationship has developed prior to commencing construction resulting in a much more streamlined and stress free building process.
It’s about collectively working together for a great finished product, your dream home.
