Frequently Asked Questions

We are industry recognised, architectural build specialists. We work collaboratively with you from start to finish, and believe forming a strong relationship with you is imperative to the success of your project.

I’VE NEVER BUILT BEFORE, WHERE DO I START?

You can begin by contacting us to arrange your Design to Build session. We will meet with you to assist with getting your dream home plans underway, and there is no obligation to build with us after this meeting.

It is highly recommended that you engage with someone in the trade that has a good reputation and is knowledgeable with the building standards. By using a member of NZ Certified Builders you ensure they are trade qualified, have suitable references and you receive a 10 year Builders guarantee.

AT WHAT STAGE DO I INVOLVE A BUILDER?

This can vary with each person. We encourage utilising a builder’s expertise from the start as their broad knowledge of materials and costings can be utilised in reducing overall build costs, however, we are frequently approached once our clients have already been to their architect and this works well too.

WILL I NEED A BUILDING CONSENT?

The majority of building work requires consent, especially with new home builds, apart from exempt work. Each stage of the building process whether it be structural, roofing or even moving services now require a consent which is why involving a builder early is beneficial.

DO I NEED A LICENSED BUILDING PRACTITIONER (LBP)?

With certain projects that are restricted during a build you’ll need a LBP do complete the work. Work involving the building structure, weather tightness, and design of fire safety systems are all required to be completed by a Licensed Building Practitioner. This covers work that is critical to the integrity of a building, for example its envelope and structure. These changes were made to the Building Act 2004 and were introduced March 2012.

ARE ALL BUILDING COMPANIES THE SAME?

No. Here at Gardner Homes we specialise in detailed architectural building. This means we have the knowledge to understand and carry out all work related to complicated architectural drawings and the onsite management capability to see these drawings turn into successful projects. Projects that run smoothly, that are delivered on time and that are executed with our award winning standards. It also means however, that because we are used to dealing with such detail oriented projects, when it comes to more simpler construction work, we are a fast, efficient and accomplished

DO I GET A GUARANTEE?

Yes. When you build with Gardner Homes you’ll receive the best new home build guarantee with Halo. This is to ensure that you can feel comfortable that your job will be done right, the first time.

HOW CAN I KEEP THE BUILDING PROJECT WITHIN MY BUDGET?

Here at Gardner Homes we use a Quality Control Checklist so that we can ensure every detail of your build is as planned, delivered on time and on budget. Nothing hinders the enjoyment of the building process like costs running high. As with most builds there are sometimes alterations that you may wish to add or change as the project evolves. To accommodate this, we price any changes or alterations to the plans prior to engaging in any of the work related to them. We then require your signature acknowledging any adjustments in price. This way you will know how much any additions or alterations will cost prior to signing off on them and before any of the work related to them has begun. This ensures there are NO hidden surprises and you remain on budget

SHOULD I REQUEST A FIXED PRICE OR A CHARGE UP?

Fixed price can give more certainty at the outset, and works well in new builds. However there is more than likely going to be certain “tagged” items of the build where a price cannot be given, until things such as product selection occurs i.e bathroom tiles. The price will remain an estimation or PC sum until this happens.

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WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS FROM HERE?

Request your FREE Dreams to Reality Consultation
Contact our team today to schedule your FREE no obligation Dreams to Reality consultation. We will discuss with you all aspects of the building process and will be happy to answer all of your questions.

Have you already started the process and you are already working with an architect? No problem! You are very welcome to bring him/her along to the consultation!

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