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Composite Cladding is a Smart Alternative

Composite cladding is a smart alternative to traditional timber, especially for homeowners who want the look without the ongoing upkeep.

Manufactured composite cladding delivers a clean, consistent finish and is built to handle the Australian climate. It won’t warp, rot or need regular repainting, making it a low-maintenance option that still looks sharp year after year.

Timber has its place, but composite offers long-term durability which is why we often recommend it for modern builds and extensions where longevity matters.

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Transform your Bathroom into a Private Sanctuary

Looking to transform your bathroom into a private sanctuary? It is all about texture, warm tones, and natural materials.

Here is how this design creates the ultimate spa-like atmosphere:

  • Statement Sink: The terracotta stone vessel bowl adds a rich, organic pop of colour.
  • Fluid Shapes: An asymmetrical, pebble-shaped mirror breaks up the sharp lines of the tile.
  • Warm Lighting: Brass globe sconces cast a soft, welcoming glow.
  • Natural Texture: Large-format stone tiles bring the beauty of the outdoors inside.

Would you choose an organic modern look like this for your home? Contact us to discuss your next renovation project.

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New Mt Annan Project

​This month we will be sharing the progress of a current project in Mt Annan. We are removing the rear walls of the house to make way for an extension providing an open plan living space, and another bedroom with ensuite. Plus a new outdoor alfresco area.

Make sure you’re following our socials to stay up to date!​

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The Advantage of a Fixed Price Contract

THE ADVANTAGE OF A FIXED PRICE CONTRACT

When engaging a builder for your home renovation there are 2 types of contract that you may enter into, a ‘fixed price contract’ or a ‘cost plus contract’

 

COST-PLUS CONTRACTS

A cost-plus contract is one where the builder undertakes to build the house for whatever it costs plus a margin of a stated percentage. Cost- plus contracts are loved by government departments, who believe that they give the public the best possible and most cost-effective deal.

What lies behind that is the fundamental drawback to cost-plus contracts: the builder has no incentive to buy or work as cost effectively as possible. Why bother? However, much it costs, the builder is going to get everything back together with the agreed percentage. Cost-plus contracts may seem when you first look at them to be cheaper than the alternatives but they never work out that way.

 

FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS

The price is fixed and the builder has to do it for that amount of money. When a builder quotes a firm price for any part of the project that is a commitment to build it for that amount of money. If it costs less, the builder pockets the difference. 
IF IT COSTS MORE, THE BUILDER LOSES MONEY.

The builder does have to do a fair amount of work up front to calculate the exact cost of the project and it is not unusual for the builder to spend days even weeks calculating the cost of the build. He needs to get it right or he could loose significant amounts of money so he needs to calculate accurately the every brick, nail and piece of timer and the time taken to do the build and add it all up.

 

SO WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE TO THE CLIENT OF FIXED PRICE CONTRACT?

-The client knows up front exactly how much the build is going to cost and will have the necessary funds put aside for the build.

-The banks commonly want a fixed price contract these days in order to release the funds

-The builder will have a better relationship with the client as they won’t need to scrutinise every invoice and the cost of every brick and every screw to ensure they are getting absolutely best value from the builder.

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