Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Casaview Homes 2Mar 25, 2016 8:24 pm Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 4Mar 25, 2016 9:50 pm Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 6Mar 26, 2016 7:37 am Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 9Mar 26, 2016 9:38 am Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 10Mar 26, 2016 9:01 pm Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 11Mar 26, 2016 9:21 pm Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 12Mar 27, 2016 6:28 pm Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 14Mar 29, 2016 8:27 pm Danshajen Hi everyone, We are about to sign the tender to Casaview. I would really appreciate if you can give me tips or things to check carefully before signing the tender. Thanks It is a good company because: - all designs with minimal cladding (for other builders it is upgrade and costy) (competitor in this aspect Clarendon) - tiling on whole floor, even beneath cabinets - 24 degree roof - 9990 package is a must, because finally povides good insualtion and termite treatment - alfresco as part of slab - kitchen -- full cabinets with proper back However, as any company on the market they are trying to reduce "tag price"... not to frighten customers... So some "essentials" are not included, and it is better to claim them when requesting tender: - slim water tank - high ceiling on the ground floor - tiling "to the roof" in wet areas - tiling everywhere on the ground floor - brick upgrade (if you like something) - roof-tiles upgrade as well - extra windows (by some reason Casaview projects has less windows then other builder's) - ask for LED downlights everywhere you want in advance - NBN, Hills Hub - taps/showers - toilet seats - freestanding bath - do not forget AirCon Not neccesarilly you need it all, but this is a list of key points you may think about. Once you get tender allow (keep in mind): - $500-5000 on door upgrade - ~$1000 on extra wiring - $500-5000 for kitchen upgrade (could easily be even $10000) Make sure all your requests are reflected in the request-for-quote, and once received the quote make sure it matches the request. If not initial deposit should be returned or discrepancies eliminated. Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 15Mar 29, 2016 9:32 pm Thank you very much. I will definitely consider the above mentioned information. The information you provided was really helpful. They really have a good inclusions. I already consider paying 10k for the upgrades. They dont want to change M slab to H, (i will try to ask them). We are on the process of reviewing the tender, before paying $9800. Once i paid such amount theres no way out. Do you think they will give me those extras for free before I sign the tender or its anothet additional costs? Btw. Where abouts your lot. Looking forward for your response. Thanks. Re: Casaview Homes 16Mar 31, 2016 8:18 pm Danshajen They really have a good inclusions. I already consider paying 10k for the upgrades. You mean you would like to take 9990K package? Take it, it makes sense. IMHO Danshajen They dont want to change M slab to H, (i will try to ask them). Is there need in H slab? If soil allows M slab why should you spend money on H slab? Danshajen We are on the process of reviewing the tender, before paying $9800. Looks like you paid already something. Initial $1200 ? It means that all mistakes you could do, you have already done So most probably you will receive the tender missing some essentials. Danshajen Once i paid such amount theres no way out. Correct. This what I do not like about Casaview. Other builders just ask for $2000-3000 and they produce a tender for you. The tender is valid for 1 year. However, you do not need to increase you deposit to 10K+. Actually once you accept the tender you also are to sign "go-ahead" paper. So Casaview can start doing some paper-work for your building. But it is not mandatory to sign the contract at this moment. Danshajen Do you think they will give me those extras for free before I sign the tender or its anothet additional costs? This is what we are trying to achieve Before signing the contract we are now asking for all required variations. Prior to building commencement you should not be charged for the cost of making/considering variation ($180). Once building commences it will cost: - $180 - actual cost of work - administrative cost Danshajen Btw. Where abouts your lot. Schofields Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 17Mar 31, 2016 9:34 pm XYZ - We were offered the high ceilings during tender but declined because we want to keep our contract price below 750k for the FHOG. I will sure follow up with them again though. We dealt with Romi also and he was awesome. Been back to clarify on things and is more than happy to assist. We popped into Brindabella and Marvel Ceramics yesterday. No appointment but they still took the time to answer questions. Think we have our kitchen set! So have you signed your tender yet? Or doing final variations? When do you expect to see a slab go down? Danashja - As XYZ said go the 10k upgrades. We looked up every item on the list including price and its worthwhile. Ive noticed most their H+L packages now include the AC since the market slowed but ask for half price if not included. Or even thrown in... Where are you building Danashja? Re: Casaview Homes 18Mar 31, 2016 9:54 pm Casabuild So have you signed your tender yet? Or doing final variations? - accepted tender - haven't signed contract - doing final variations - waiting for total cost BEFORE asking approval from the lender BTW when did you go to the bank for final approval or when you will go ? Casabuild When do you expect to see a slab go down? OMG. This is the very question. I wish I knew Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Re: Casaview Homes 19Mar 31, 2016 9:58 pm Casabuild Ive noticed most their H+L packages now include the AC since the market slowed I think because a lot of customers may just prefer other builders since other builder include it. So looks like Casaview wisely decided to include it into H+L. Building Casaview Denison 30 https://fortdenison.wordpress.com/about Ask for references and speak to them. If they are defensive or try to avoid the request, walk. 1 74702 I would never build with Fowler homes. I built with them in 2021 and till date maintenance issues are pending. All their existing trades and businesses don't work with… 14 105558 Hi there! Putting the feelers out there for those who have (or almost) built with Arli homes! Interested in your experiences who've built from their stock home designs… 0 23483 |