Frequently Asked Questions

Kit Homes FAQ

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Building a new home can be overwhelming. This is particularly the case if you’re new to home building. That’s why our experts have taken the time to answer some of our most frequently asked questions. Is your question not listed below? Get in touch with our sales team for a one-on-one discussion.

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What is a Kit Home?

The kit home is just like any other home you would find on the market, or on plans from your local home builder.


The only difference is that it comes to your site or land as a kit partially prefabricated and ready to go. All you need to do is arrange for a builder (or install it yourself) and organise your necessary trades.

 

Because the kit homes are delivered ready to go, there’s often a fast-tracked building process, which removes the stress many homebuilders face when planning a new home construction.

Are There Different Styles of Kit Homes, or Only One Plan to Choose From?

We don’t only specialise in kit homes but offer a range of different options through our manufacturer. No matter your style, be it coastal, eco-friendly, farmhouse, rural (or country-style) homes, a self-contained granny flat or something else entirely, we’re sure you’ll find the kit home for you. Or custom design a home to suite all your needs.


View our full range of kit homes and plans here or contact our sales team for advice.

How Long Does the Process Take?

Concepts and plans can be ready within a couple of days to a week. If Council approval is required, this may take slightly longer, but typically once this approval has been processed, we can have your materials on site within four to six weeks.

Do You Build the Homes?

We are a Kit Home supplier and are not involved in the building process.


We recommend that you engage your own building professionals and follow all Council planning regulations and requirements to ensure your build goes as smoothly as possible.


If Council approval is something you need assistance with, please feel free to get in touch.

I Want Customisations. Is This Possible?

Freedom and flexibility is one of the reasons our customers continue to choose to build a kit homes. To truly make your home your own, there are a variety of customisations available or you can start from scratch and completely custom design your own home, this is a far more cost-effective approach.

Do You Deliver Throughout Australia?

Yes, as an Australia-wide company, we have subsidiary branches throughout the nation. This means that no matter where you are, you can have the kit home of your dreams.


You can choose to have the kit home delivered in stages or one whole shipment so you can get building as soon as possible.

What Is Included in a Kit Home?

Our kit homes include the materials required to construct the home to lock-up stage, based on the inclusions selected for your particular design.

Items such as on-site labour, site preparation, surveying, concrete and footings, plumbing, electrical work, and delivery are generally not included in the kit price.

For a detailed breakdown of what is supplied, see our Kit Home Inclusions page or contact our team to discuss your project.

How Much Can I Save by Building a Kit Home as an Owner-Builder?

Choosing to manage your project as an owner-builder can potentially provide significant savings compared with engaging a builder to manage the entire project.

The amount you save will depend on your home design, location, trades, material selections, and how much of the work you choose to undertake yourself. Taking on tasks such as painting or assisting with parts of the construction can potentially reduce costs further.

It is important to properly budget for all costs associated with the project before deciding whether owner-building is right for you.

Is It Difficult to Become an Owner-Builder?

Owner-builder requirements vary between Australian states and territories.

Depending on where you are building and the value of the project, you may need to obtain an owner-builder permit, complete an approved course, and meet other regulatory requirements before construction begins.

We recommend checking the current requirements with the relevant building authority in your state or territory before commencing your project.

Are Kit Homes Suitable for Cyclone-Prone Areas?

Yes. Our steel kit homes can be engineered to suit the wind and cyclonic rating required for your particular building site.

Homes being constructed in cyclone-prone areas may require additional engineering, reinforcement and components compared with a standard kit. The requirements will depend on the location, site conditions and engineering specifications for your project.

Let our team know where you are planning to build and we can discuss the appropriate options with you.

How Long Does It Take to Build a Kit Home?

Construction time varies considerably depending on the size and complexity of the home, site conditions, availability of trades and whether you are using a professional builder or managing the project yourself.

The prefabricated steel framing system can help make the initial construction process efficient, but completing the home involves the same types of trades and stages required for a conventional home.

For this reason, we recommend allowing sufficient time for each stage rather than relying on a fixed construction timeframe.

What Warranties Come With a Kit Home?

The materials and components supplied with your kit home are covered by the applicable warranties provided by their respective manufacturers.

Warranty periods and conditions vary between products and suppliers. Our team can provide further information about the warranties applicable to the materials included in your particular kit home package.

How Do I Get in Touch with Kit Homes?

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