The Design Process

Onsite Consultation

We visit with you at your home for an informal discussion about your building project. Together we discuss your requirements and the options available to you and we will then present you with the best option to meet your goals and expectations.

This is a chance for us to ask questions about what you are looking for, and for you to ask questions about our process, experience and expectations.

Design

If you don’t already have plans or concepts, this step involves liaising with our designer. Preliminary plans are prepared based on our initial discussions and your requirements. Close collaboration on the design and documentation ensures your project gets underway successfully. If you prefer to bring your own plans with you, we can move straight to the next step.

Cost Estimate

We prepare a cost estimate so you can make decisions based on the design and your budget.

Building Approval & Selections

Once you are happy with the design, working drawings are finalised and passed on to our preferred Private Building Certifier and Town Planning Consultants. We proactively liaise with these consultants to amend the plans, so building approval can be obtained promptly.

We also give you a guided tour of our online project management portal so you can see how easy it is to build and renovate with us.

Quote Presentation

A building proposal and accurate quote for your project is prepared with a detailed inclusions list that reflects all your selections.

Contract

On approval of our quotation and proposal, we prepare all the necessary contracts for you to sign. We use a plain English contract provided by either Master Builders of Victoria (MBAV) or Housing Industry Association (HIA).

Home Construction

At AGN Builders we really pride ourselves on our communication throughout the construction process. Constant updates by email and phone, along with regular scheduled site visits are carried out so you can see your project come to life. We use a secure online project management tool that provides you with 24/7 access so you’ll be informed with our progress at every stage.

We offer complete transparency through the build process which means you’ll rest easy knowing you can rely on our honesty and integrity. Even if you can’t make it to site, a daily log is kept so you are able to see what is happening every single day of the project.

Home Completion and Handover

The final stage is where we get to show you through your new home. This is our favourite part as we get to demonstrate all the features throughout the home and turn on all the appliances so you can see that they work. You receive all your maintenance and warranty documents, including compliance certificates, and then we hand you the keys to your dream home!

Warranty Period

Minor items commonly require attention following handover. We provide a 12 month maintenance inspection after handover, if necessary, to rectify any minor settlement and adjustment issues which are deemed not normal, with a further 7 years on structural issues. We contact you regularly during this period to make sure you are absolutely satisfied.