Construction Update

The base stage prepares your block of land to be built on; it lays the foundation of your home. This involves levelling, excavating, and underground connections made such as plumbing, electrical, and stormwater systems. Once the concrete slab is poured, the base stage is complete.

The frame stage is all about forming the skeleton of your home. It starts with the marking and construction of the walls along with roof trusses, window and door frames. The frame stage is complete once approved by a qualified building survey.

The lock-up stage is the locking up of your house. Focusing on external areas such as windows, temporary external doors, guttering, roof cover, brickwork and walls, it begins to shape the exterior of your home. Rough-ins occur at this same stage, where plumbing and electrical conduits are fixed for ducted air conditioning, vacuum systems, and security systems.

This stage involves all the internal details being ‘fixed’ into your home. From wall plasters, ceilings, skirting boards, internal doors, stairs, kitchen and room cabinetry. The house’s wet areas will also be waterproofed at this stage. This stage is complete after an approval of the inspection.

During fit-off, walls are painted and the final design features are installed - shelving, tiling, cabinetry, cornices, benchtops, tapware, mirrors, shower screens, garage door, among others. The final fit-off for ducted vacuum, electrical, plumbing, and security also takes place. Once the quality management inspection has been certified, this stage is complete.

This is the stage you’ve been waiting for. With painting, installations, and detailing done, the house is ready for your inspection. The builder will walk you through all sections of the house, demonstrating all features and functions. Note any defects before signing the official PCI document as the builder will need to amend these before arranging a second inspection.
Once you’re happy with the results and the final payment is settled, prepare to move in after two weeks.

The handover marks the end of your home building journey. Collect your keys and celebrate this momentous event in your life!