How to build your home in WA
Understanding the building process can help you confidently plan and build a home that matches your lifestyle perfectly.
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Remember, it’s never too early to start planning finance, searching land availability and choosing your home design.
Why build with Blueprint Homes?
Custom fit
Plans tailored to your block and lifestyle so the home works from day one.
Transparent pricing
Clear inclusions and realistic allowances that make comparisons simple.
Above standard
Building processes that ensure your home is finished to a higher standard.
Support that lasts
Responsive aftercare and straightforward advice from our expert team.
Blueprint Homes’ Building Process
- Site survey & earthworks
- Slab down & brick work
- Roof frame & rendering
- Plumbing & electrical
- Roofing, glazing & ceilings
- Cabinetry, tiling & lock up
- Paint, fit off & practical completion
- Hardscaping & landscaping
Earthworks
We carry out a site survey and soil testing before any work begins. Next, we ensure the block is level and ready for the concrete slab.
- Contour site survey
- Soil testing
- Block leveling
The Slab
We begin with stage 1 of our unique 3-stage termite treatment. Once the treatment has been sprayed, we can then lay the slab. There is still plenty of work for the Blueprint Homes team, including professionally sealing the concrete edges with a waterproof membrane to prevent rising damp.
- Termite treatment under the slab
- Concrete slab is poured
- Sealed with waterproof membrane
Bricklaying
At Blueprint Homes, we use vertical cored bricks as standard in all our homes. The vertical cored brick is often reserved for two-storey homes because it’s stronger and more stable than traditional horizontally cored bricks. This results in less movement and ultimately, less maintenance.
- Vertical cored bricks as standard
- Uses more mortar to increase stability
- Reduced maintenance on your home
Timber Roof Framing
All our roof timber is treated for protection against termites and European Borer. Once our engineers have designed the roof structure (based on the wind classification of the block), the roof carpenters begin building the roof. This stage completes the primary structure of the house and provides a visual of the home’s overall shape.
- Protection against termites and European Borer
- Engineered roof structure
- Completes primary building stage
Plumbing and Electrical
Once the roof is complete, our electrical and plumbing teams begin installing the cables and pipework within the walls and roof space. The Colorbond® gutters and downpipes are also installed by the plumber.
- Cables and pipework are installed
- Plumbers add Colorbond® gutters
- Colorbond® downpipes are installed
Roofing
With the low-maintenance Colorbond® fascia already installed by the roof carpenters, the sheeters begin enclosing the roof frame with durable Colorbond® steel roof sheets. A secure roof means the house is weather protected and the attention shifts to work inside.
- Low-maintenance Colorbond® fascia installed
- Colorbond® roofing to weatherproof the house
- Work begins on interior of the house
Glazing, Walls and Ceilings
Glazing is applied to all the aluminium windows, sliding doors and front entry door. Our plasterers prepare the wet areas for waterproofing and tiling, then the ceiling fixers install the plasterboard on all remaining internal walls. This is followed by the installation of the plasterboard ceilings and selected cornice.
- Glazing applied to windows and doors
- Wet areas prepared for tiling
- Internal walls and ceiling plasterboard installed
Cabinetry, Tiling and Lock Up
All external and internal doors, shelving and robe fit outs are installed by the fixing carpenter. The cabinet makers install all cabinetry throughout the house. Wet areas are professionally waterproofed before any tiling begins. Our electricians and plumbers return to complete all the fittings and fixtures. The house is officially at lock-up stage.
- Cabinetry is completed
- Waterproofing and tiling throughout the house
- Electrical and plumbing fittings and fixtures are added
Hardscaping, Landscaping and Furnishing
The site is cleaned and levelled in preparation for any hardscapes, including the verandah, alfresco, driveway and pathways around the house. Landscapers then complete the garden areas, including a fully automatic reticulation system. The final styling pieces are added to make this house a home.
- Outside areas prepared for hardscapes
- Landscaping and reticulations added
- Final styling - the home is now ready
Custom design your
dream home
With Blueprint Homes, you get the choice to build straight from the designer’s plans or make your own custom changes to the floorplan. This flexibility allows you to build your home exactly as you want.
We’ll work alongside you to ensure you get a home that matches your budget and goals. That includes finding the perfect block of land, if you’re after that too.
Almost 5,000 home buyers have made Blueprint Homes their choice. Find out how you can get a better built home with no hidden costs and quick build times.
Find the perfect block of land
Blueprint Homes’ exclusive Land Locating service connects with all of Perth’s major land developers to source the perfect block of land for you.
It’s not just about where the land is located but also the size and orientation of the land. Positioning your home correctly will allow you to maximise natural light and create passive heating and cooling throughout your home.
Discover more about our land locating service to ensure you get the right size block in the right location.
Frequently asked questions
Timeframes vary by design, approvals and supply. We’ll give you a target schedule with milestones before you sign, then keep you updated at each stage.
Siteworks refers to the preparation of the land before the slab it laid. This can include a site survey and soil treatment where required.
Yes. Our Land Locating service monitors releases across Perth and short-lists blocks that fit your budget and preferred plans.
We carry out a detailed inspection, complete any touch-ups and hand over keys with your new home information pack and care guides. Your picture then goes up on the wall to officially welcome you to the Blueprint Homes family.
If for any reason you need to contact us, we are always available to assist. Whether it’s a general question or a structural query, we’ll appoint the right team to resolve any issue promptly.
Next to budget and finance, choosing a good builder is of chief concern to any new home builder. To ensure your builder is competent and trustworthy; check their contract is industry approved. Also make sure they have references, and the necessary trade certifications and licenses to show.
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