Is your builder 6-Star ready?
Building your new 6-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.
• How long have you been in the industry?
• What experience do you have with sustainability?
• Do you have 6-Star designs already?
• Can you design a home to suit the orientation of my block?
• How long will it take you to rate my home’s energy efficiency?
• Are you implementing 6-Star from 1 May 2011?
Also, 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.
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.