Choosing the Right Builder
Building your new 6-7 Star home is an exciting journey and you may have a lot of questions. Therefore it's important to choose the right home builder to help guide you through the process.
But how do you choose the right one?
Start with the following list of questions. Make sure you ask these questions upfront, to avoid finding out important information once it's too late.
Questions to Ask Your Builder
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How long have you been in the industry?
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What experience do you have with sustainability?
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Do you have 6-7 Star designs already?
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Can you design a home to suit the orientation of my block?
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How long will it take you to rate my home's energy efficiency?
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Are you implementing 6-Star standards in all your builds?
Look for Award Winners
Keep an eye out for builders who have won awards for sustainable building design. This shows they are proactive in building sustainable homes, and can share their knowledge and experience with you.
Your Personal Touches
Of course you will always be able to include your personal touches. Discuss your needs and compliance with the 6-Star requirements with your builder. A good builder will work with you to achieve both your design vision and the required energy rating.
We Can Help
Rate Energy can work directly with you or your builder to ensure your home achieves the required star rating while staying within budget. We're very conscious of building costs and will provide you with options to achieve compliance in the most cost-effective way.
What Makes a Good Builder?
A builder who is "6 Star ready" should:
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Have experience with energy efficient home designs
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Understand climate zones and their impact on design
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Work with accredited energy assessors early in the design process
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Be willing to adapt designs to meet energy requirements
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Provide transparent information about energy efficiency costs and benefits