Stage 1: Base Stage
This foundational phase encompasses site preparation and earthworks to ensure the perfect foundation for your new home, followed by the installation of essential underground connections including plumbing, electrical systems, and stormwater drainage, culminating in the pouring of a concrete slab that will form the literal foundation upon which your entire home will stand.
Stage 2: Frame Stage
During this transformative stage, your home begins to take physical shape with the erection of wall frames and roof trusses that create the skeleton of your future living spaces, followed by the installation of roofing materials, comprehensive insulation systems, and guttering, all wrapped in protective external wall wrap that requires final approval from a certified building surveyor to ensure structural integrity and compliance.
Stage 3: Lockup Stage
This crucial stage marks the point where your home becomes secure and weather-tight through the installation of windows and doors, completion of external walls (whether brick, cladding, or other materials), fitting of fascia boards, and the initial rough-in of essential services including electrical wiring, plumbing pipes, gas connections, and heating/cooling duct systems that will form the backbone of your home’s functionality.
Stage 4: Fixing Stage
The internal transformation begins in earnest during the fixing stage, where walls and ceilings are plastered to create smooth surfaces, architectural details like skirting boards and architraves are meticulously fitted, internal doors are hung with precision, staircases are installed where applicable, cabinetry is positioned throughout the home, and wet areas are properly waterproofed to ensure longevity and protection against moisture damage.
Stage 5: Fit-Off Stage
This detailed-oriented stage brings your home to life through the completion of internal painting, installation of tiles, fitting of light fixtures and electrical points, placement of benchtops and cabinetry hardware, installation of tapware and bathroom fixtures, mounting of shower screens, laying of flooring (whether timber, carpet, or other materials), final electrical and plumbing connections, and the installation of garage doors to complete the home’s functionality.
Stage 6: Practical Completion
As your home nears completion, this stage involves a thorough inspection process where both the builder and you will walk through the property to identify and document any defects or items requiring attention, followed by necessary adjustments and fixes to ensure everything meets the expected standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Stage 7: Handover
The culmination of your building journey occurs during this exciting stage where, following final payment and satisfaction of all contractual obligations, you receive the keys to your new home along with important documentation and warranty information that will protect your investment for years to come.
Post-Construction Period
The building journey extends beyond completion with a mandatory maintenance period where the builder remains responsible for addressing any issues that may arise, backed by a structural warranty that provides long-term peace of mind and protection for your investment, making it essential to document and communicate any concerns promptly to ensure they’re addressed within the specified timeframes.
Remember, while these stages form the backbone of the construction process, each home is unique and may require additional steps or modifications depending on design complexity, site conditions, and local building requirements, making clear communication with your builder essential throughout the entire journey.