Build Process

Our Build Process

Building shouldn’t be a stressful process – we’ll make sure you don’t have anything to worry about. With Absolute Homes, you’ll be working with an experienced team who take a hands-on approach at every stage of your build, from concept to completion.


Absolute Homes will be ready with solutions and answers, right when you need them. You’ll easily be able to track how your build is progressing, and be confident that everything is going to plan.


  • Build consultation

    Building a home can seem daunting, which is why we like to begin by explaining how we can help and what’s required to get started. 

  • Know your numbers

    You’ll need to meet with your bank or a mortgage broker to understand your budget and what you can afford. 


    Tip: Using a mortgage broker to organise your finances often saves you money and always saves you time! Mortgage brokers do the legwork for you, make the loan application process simple, and liaise with your lawyer, lender, and (if required) the real estate agent for your section.


    Absolute Homes has strong relationships with some fantastic local mortgage brokers - get in touch with us, and we’ll introduce you.

  • Site visit

    We will visit your section to access things such as the size, shape and orientation. If you don’t have a section we will help you find one. 

  • Concept drawings

    Our design consultant will then produce a simple site, floor, and elevation plan for you taking into account all of your specific requirements.

  • Fixed-price quote

    You’ll meet with our design consultant to go over your plans and all inclusions before signing the build contract. 


    Once the build contract is signed, a 10% deposit is required to move forward.

  • Client selections

    You will visit our suppliers and work alongside a qualified interior designer to finalise all build selections including colours, fixtures and fittings. 

  • Final plans & consent

    Our architectural designer will draw and submit a comprehensive set of plans for council consent. Current council consent times are around 4-6 weeks.

  • Construction

    Once council have issued building consent, the exciting part happens - we begin the physical process of building your home! 


    Your project manager will meet with you on-site throughout various stages of the construction process. 


    Absolute Homes conducts all business using the New Zealand Certified Builders contract – so we must include progress payments in the Building Contract (paid by you in stages throughout the build). This also ensures you only pay for work that has been completed.

  • Handover

    Once your home has been signed off by council and we have received final payment - we will hand over the keys to your brand new home!

  • Guarantee

    Along with your 10-year Halo Guarantee, after 1 year of enjoying your new home we will meet with you as part of our 1-year Service Guarantee. 
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