Often potential home
builders request a ‘cost
per square metre’ estimate
to determine the price
of building a new home.
However, this is an
inaccurate way to compare
build quotes.
Size - Bigger is not always
better. Generally speaking,
when it comes to square
metre rates the bigger the
home, the cheaper the cost.
However, it’s important to
remember that bigger is not
always better and you may
not be getting the best value
for your money.
Keep this is mind when
you are comparing building
companies.
Some companies will
advertise large single-storey
plans in order make a home
appear less expensive.
These plans will often
include large scale garages
as they are much cheaper
to build than a kitchen,
bathroom or living area,
resulting in a seemingly
cheaper quote. At Jennian
we pride ourselves on
delivering the home you’ve
always wanted, one that
reflects your personality.
Different methods of
measuring a home will
significantly change how
its area is calculated. Some
builders will include over
brick measurements and
internal voids above the
stairs in a two-storey home.
Employing these methods
can reduce the cost per
square metre making the
home appear significantly
cheaper.
Specifications are key
to determining your true
square metre rate, as they
are not dependent on the
overall size alone. They will
also be affected by:
* Design
* Specifications/inclusions
*Size of the garage vs. size
of the home
*Split levels
* Kitchen/bathroom fit-out
*Materials used for
cladding, roofing and
flooring
* Number of corners
* Your needs vs. your
budget
*Section slope and soil type
Don’t let cheap square
metre rates persuade you.
With Jennian you will know
what your home will cost
to build upfront before
construction begin.
Kind regards,
Jennian Homes Franklin
131 Hillpark Drive, Pokeno
P 09 238 6156
E franklin@jennian.co.nz
0800 JENNIAN jennian.co.nz
Vincent Costello.
