Has the idea of building your dream home been gnawing away at you for quite some time? Taking on a new house build is incredibly rewarding, but it’s a big commitment and not a decision to take lightly.
If you want to embark on a new home build in 2020, here are five questions to ask yourself before you begin. And once you’re ready, give Tauranga’s most award-winning building company, Shaw Builders, a ring.
What House Style Do I Want?
It’s easy to get bogged down in the smaller matters of a new house build – the size of the bedrooms, the layout of the kitchen, where the hallway cupboards will fit. While these things matter, there will be plenty of time to discuss these details with your Tauranga architect and/or builder. A better place to start is by looking at the bigger picture and thinking about the style you want for your new home. Think about the look and feel of the home, inside and out, before getting caught up in the details.
What Are Our New Home Priorities?
You’ll have a lot of aspirations for your new house. Good building companies will be able to incorporate a lot of what you want, but things like budget, land size and conflicting design elements can limit what you are able to do. Take some time to determine what your priorities and non-negotiables are.
Is an en suite a must-have? Do you want an open plan living area? What sort of decking do you want? Do the bedrooms have to be on the same level? Do you want solar panels and energy-saving features? Is a good return on your investment most important? It’s important to know what you need, what you want, and what the difference is between the two.
What is Our Budget?
Your budget will determine a lot when it comes to a new home build so it’s important to come into the project with a clear understanding of what you can spend. Talk to your mortgage advisor or bank about how much you have to work with and let this number guide you when those either-or questions come up throughout the build.
Are We Ready to Build?
Building a new home is a lengthy process that involves a lot of emotion, patience and care. What else is going on in your life; are you prepared to take this on right now or would it be easier to buy a home in Papamoa East, made possible by Tauranga residential property developers Bluehaven Group? If the timing is right, great news! If not, what are your options? Is a home renovation or buying an existing house sit a reasonable alternative, or does it make more sense to wait until life is more settled and then build?
What Building Company Should I Choose?
Choosing the right builder or architect in Mount Maunganui to work with on your new build is an important decision. You want someone reliable and reputable, someone who is professional and someone you can trust. You will be spending plenty of time with your builder, so make sure you see eye to eye and can communicate clearly.
To start your new build with an award-winning building company with an excellent reputation in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa and Bethlehem, speak to Shaw Builders – 07 575 9560.
If you want to work with the best team of qualified builders in the Tauranga region, talk to Shaw Builders. We want to build you a quality, customised home that will not only suit your lifestyle today, but will grow with you for years to come. We want to build your forever home in the Bay of Plenty. Join our lengthy list of happy customers by calling 07 575 9560.
