Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Feb 15, 2022 7:07 pm Hi all, It’s been interesting reading people’s comments throughout different posts about things they have completed post handover, when building with a volume builder. Would people mind sharing what they have done post handover and why. Or, what they wish they had left for post handover and why? We are about to embark on this journey and trying to decide what we upgrade to, or what might be better left for after completion. Much appreciated. Re: Post handover 2Feb 15, 2022 8:12 pm Hey Deannec Welcome to the forum The internet is a wash with Pro DIYers, Bloggers, try hard influencers, weekend warrior workman ( BTW, I'm not being rude), scamming free products from suppliers for their own projects The question would be are you up for the suppliers challenge to equal or do better? I know of one guy who's setting out to do a shed, pool and gazebo for under $30K own labour... Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Re: Post handover 3Feb 17, 2022 10:09 pm We are only up to roof stage but we are doing the following after handover: 1. Wooden floors (we salvaged some sentimental boards my grandad laid); 2. Wardrobes 3. Some internal doors 4. Kitchen cabinetry 5. Driveway I also owner supplied a lot of materials. I'm not convinced this is a cheaper way to go in the long run, but we're going with it. It's not just a cost issue, but a warranty one you have to consider. I am fully aware that I might have warranty problems going forward but I am fully informed and like to think that I'm quite reasonable about the risks I have accepted (I'll tell you later when everything goes pear shaped!). I am also responsible for theft etc of my owner supplied items. Note though that some builders I approached would not allow all of the items I supplied/things I'm doing after handover. I am lucky to have found a reasonably flexible builder who (so far) I am quite happy with. I have no doubts I'm paying for it, but I am happy to do so and have gone in as informed as I could be. Re: Post handover 4Feb 18, 2022 7:08 am AnjC We are only up to roof stage but we are doing the following after handover: 1. Wooden floors (we salvaged some sentimental boards my grandad laid); 2. Wardrobes 3. Some internal doors 4. Kitchen cabinetry 5. Driveway I also owner supplied a lot of materials. I'm not convinced this is a cheaper way to go in the long run, but we're going with it. It's not just a cost issue, but a warranty one you have to consider. I am fully aware that I might have warranty problems going forward but I am fully informed and like to think that I'm quite reasonable about the risks I have accepted (I'll tell you later when everything goes pear shaped!). I am also responsible for theft etc of my owner supplied items. Note though that some builders I approached would not allow all of the items I supplied/things I'm doing after handover. I am lucky to have found a reasonably flexible builder who (so far) I am quite happy with. I have no doubts I'm paying for it, but I am happy to do so and have gone in as informed as I could be. I have to agree with this. For me, if I do this with anything it will not be about saving money, it will be because I want a particular product that the builder will not agree to supply/source. There are certainly risks with the approach which is why I don't think doing it just to save money is the right approach. I'm back to the beginning almost with my build (planning and specifications) so I've decided I'm going to be the fussy, demanding client this time because being the nice, understanding client failed dismally the first time around... Certainly the things I do afterwards (if there is anything in the end) I would be sourcing pros to do for me not DIY so I doubt there will be a cost saving in the end - but if it gets me the home I want then so be it. Re: Post handover 5Feb 18, 2022 12:17 pm BanjoDan AnjC We are only up to roof stage but we are doing the following after handover: 1. Wooden floors (we salvaged some sentimental boards my grandad laid); 2. Wardrobes 3. Some internal doors 4. Kitchen cabinetry 5. Driveway I also owner supplied a lot of materials. I'm not convinced this is a cheaper way to go in the long run, but we're going with it. It's not just a cost issue, but a warranty one you have to consider. I am fully aware that I might have warranty problems going forward but I am fully informed and like to think that I'm quite reasonable about the risks I have accepted (I'll tell you later when everything goes pear shaped!). I am also responsible for theft etc of my owner supplied items. Note though that some builders I approached would not allow all of the items I supplied/things I'm doing after handover. I am lucky to have found a reasonably flexible builder who (so far) I am quite happy with. I have no doubts I'm paying for it, but I am happy to do so and have gone in as informed as I could be. I have to agree with this. For me, if I do this with anything it will not be about saving money, it will be because I want a particular product that the builder will not agree to supply/source. There are certainly risks with the approach which is why I don't think doing it just to save money is the right approach. I'm back to the beginning almost with my build (planning and specifications) so I've decided I'm going to be the fussy, demanding client this time because being the nice, understanding client failed dismally the first time around... Certainly the things I do afterwards (if there is anything in the end) I would be sourcing pros to do for me not DIY so I doubt there will be a cost saving in the end - but if it gets me the home I want then so be it. Thanks both. Really appreciate the comments. Re: Post handover 6Feb 18, 2022 3:30 pm Hi Everyone Just thinking that if there is anyone in Sydney who wants some really good trades to do some of their work after handover, such as flooring, driveways, landscaping, wardrobes, solar and joinery, just PM me and I would be happy to share. Cheers Simeon Architectural Homes & Duplexes - specialising in custom designing homes to your budget Get a Free Onsite Consultation Today or send a PM for information, questions or advice. It seems very clear to me that your contract states that a security account does NOT need to be established so the answer to the builder is NO. 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