The Seven Steps to Building a New Home

Arranging finance is often the first step in building a new home. It’s important to have a budget in mind and understand the finance options available, such as construction loans.

Stroud Homes Auckland North recommends consulting with a financial advisor to determine the best option for your personal circumstances. Their team can provide guidance and support to help you secure the necessary financing for your dream home.

Once you have your finances in order, the next step is finding the right piece of land to build your new home. Factors such as location, size, aspect, elevation, and price should be considered.

Stroud Homes Auckland North’s local expert, Tim, can offer his knowledge of the Rodney area and assist you in finding the perfect plot of land that meets your requirements.

Choosing the right home design is an exciting step in the home-building process. Stroud Homes Auckland North have over 100 home designs to choose from, with options to suit most budgets and styles.

If you prefer to start from scratch, they also offer a design and build service where they can pair you with an architect or architectural designer and provide their expertise and technical knowledge to guide you through the pre-construction process.

Once you have selected a design, the next step is to sign the Master Build Contract.

Stroud Homes Auckland North recommends completing due diligence and obtaining legal advice before signing the contract.

Once the contract is signed, they will submit the plans to the council for building consent, which is required before commencing the construction phase.

The construction phase is where your dream home starts to take shape.

Stroud Homes Auckland North’s team of experienced builders will lay the foundation, frame the structure, install the roofing, and add finishing touches such as painting and flooring.

They ensure that you are involved in the process with regular updates and site visits arranged through their Project Manager, keeping you informed every step of the way.

During the final finishes phase, the fixtures and fittings are installed, including sinks, faucets, lighting, and cabinets. This step brings the house together and makes it feel like a home.

Stroud Homes Auckland North pays attention to the details to ensure that your new home is completed to the highest standards and meets your expectations.

The final step is the much-anticipated handover of the keys to your new home. Stroud Homes Auckland North ensures that your home is thoroughly cleaned and independently inspected to ensure that you are receiving the best possible home.

This moment marks the culmination of the home-building process and is a significant milestone as you move into your dream home.