Guides for choosing a builder
What things cost, how to check a builder, and what to sort out before you sign. Written for homeowners, checked against official sources.
Building costs in Australia (2026)New home, renovation and commercial costs per square metre for 9 cities, with sources and dates.How to check a builder's licenceThe official register for each state, the licence to look for, and the red flags to watch.Home warranty insurance by stateScheme names, thresholds and cover limits for every state, including the 2025 and 2026 changes.Fixed price vs cost plus contractsHow each contract works, provisional sums, variations, deposit caps and which one suits your job.Questions to ask a builder25 questions on licence, insurance, price, payments, timing and warranty, with a printable checklist.