The Masterbuilt Blog

Costly Mistakes

Fri, 05 May 2023 15:29:06 +1000

Often people will sign a preliminary agreement with a builder based on their first discussion, only to find out that the price that was given was a best-case scenario. Only after do you find out your block isn’t a best-case scenario and now you are losing money before you start.

Builder’s standard inclusions will basically show you the starting point for a builder, so always, look at these before signing anything. Most of the project builders and franchises standard allowance for soil type “S” Class. This is a best-case scenario, and is where most people get caught out. The small print will say subject to soil test and if you did not know about it before this it can cost you a few extra thousand to the build cost.

Another area is your driveway, most will start with a broom finish plain concrete, but nearly all our estates require exposed aggregate driveways, so another extra.

There are more but I will leave them for another day, but I will leave you with one more important question ask. “Is my garage door C2 rated?” Given that we live in a Cyclonic Rated Region you would think that this should be the standard, well think again. Standard garages are going in and guess what, they are a lot cheaper than a C1 or C2 rated door, until the wind blows them in.

It doesn’t cost you a cent to ask the question, but it can save you a lot of dollars when you know.

Water proofing, what is changing? Did you know?

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 12:24:32 +1100

Building codes are amended and updated from time to time. The majority of the time, you may not even notice the changes bought in. But we are now looking at changes coming into effect this year that will be noticeable.

Firstly, we are faced with a raft of changes to the Water Proofing Code, this is coming into effect 1^st of May. Secondly, we have the new Standard of Livable Housing, which we will cover in an upcoming blog.

The changes to the Waterproofing code are numerous. Most you may never notice or even care for. But there will be some you will notice and need to be mindful within the design process.

We feel people will be opting for a closed in shower in both bathrooms once again. Why would be wanting to go back to cleaning shower screens and tracks/sill, sadly it is cost.

If you like the idea of a walk-in shower you need to keep reading.

To have a walk-in shower, you will now need to fall all floor areas into a waste. This means the whole bathroom needs to be recessed for the floor to have the required fall. This comes with additional charges for the concreter for the recess, the water proofer will need to waterproof this area and the extra costs for the tiller to achieve the bed the tiles are laid on and the additional work needed for the cuts and laying to get the fall to the wastes. It also means the tiles will go in before the vanities, which will be more added costs/work for the cabinet maker.

As you can see, this is an in-depth change. To avoid this, having a door on the shower avoids the major changes. The door itself will be more cost-effective than the above. But that does come with another ongoing chore to take care of.

Ocean Links Bargara (1)

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 16:24:35 +1100

Ocean Links Bargara is now under construction and awaiting your new dream home!

Although many blocks are now sold and beautiful new homes are beginning construction, there is still an array of fantastic blocks available. Ocean Links Bargara is SELLING NOW and SELLING FAST!

Surrounded by the pristine fairways of the Bargara Golf Course — and positioned directly opposite Bargara Central Shopping Centre — Ocean Links Bargara is an exciting new residential development, offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle, surrounded by natural beauty and modern convenience. Nestled only 1km back from beautiful beachside Bargara, this unique residential development presents 28 breathtaking home sites in a safe and friendly neighbourhood community.

All easement free allotments, some with direct golf course access with sensational views.

Partnering with Kleidon Masterbuilt Homes, a multi-award winning, local builder, the Ocean Links Bargara development will be like no other in the region, with only the highest quality homes being built- meaning your investment is protected and surrounded by a like-minded community.

The options are endless with House & Land packages designed to suit all styles and interests. We have an array of sizes, storeys, and façade options available, with a design to suit everyone. If you wish to alter one of our existing plans, our in-house draftsman can work with you to turn your dream in to a reality.

With a prime location in a laid-back, coastal town, Ocean Links Bargara oozes lifestyle appeal and blocks will not last long.

Are you wanting to be a part of Ocean Links Bargara without the worry of building your own home? 1 Greenview Drive is a spectacular home built to the highest quality by Kleidon Masterbuilt Homes, and is ready for its new owner, right now. Contact Melissa on 0408 290 561 to arrange your viewing of this spectacular property.

Building in Bargara

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:59:43 +1100

Are you looking for a sea change or just a lively and ever-thriving area to build your new home in?

Bargara is a coastal town located 15kms from Bundaberg and at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, meaning beautiful beaches are a given!

Bargara gives the ultimate laid-back, beachside lifestyle, whilst still being lively and functional.

Fully equipped with an abundance of amazing eateries, spectacular golf courses, hotels, caravan parks, a variety of supermarkets and speciality stores, schools, public transport and of course easy access to beaches, all of which is allowing the Bargara region to thrive.

Bargara is popular with tourists all year round due to its constant warm weather, meaning the area is always buzzing with action.

The area isn’t just attractive to one demographic; families, retirees and First Home Owners’ are all flocking to check out what Bargara has to offer- and they definitely aren’t leaving disappointed!

It is being considered ‘the place to be’, not only just in the Bundaberg region, but Queensland wide, with people from all over Australia choosing to sell up and move to Bargara for the modern coastal lifestyle on offer, and most importantly, the affordability of house prices compared to other Australian regions, while not compromising on quality of lifestyle or living.

With a plethora of land available in numerous housing estates widely spread around Bargara now available, the options are nearly endless as to where you can build a new home.

Kleidon Masterbuilt Homes currently have a Display Home in Bargara Beach Estate, located in the south of Bargara, as well as a brand-new development Ocean Links Estate on the corner of Bargara Road and Davidson Street; a prime location if you are looking for direct access to the golf course, shops and beaches.

Contact our award-winning Building Consultants today to discuss the options of building your next home in the Bargara region, or click here to find out more information about Ocean Links Bargara.

Bargara Display Home Now Open

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 12:41:20 +1000

Brett and Dianne Kleidon are proud to present their new display home “AURA”, situated at 10 She Oak Boulevard, Bargara Beach Estate.

The new home Dianne and Brett have designed has an exciting and unique floor plan, featuring a central courtyard, soaring ceilings and attractive flow through design.

Dianne’s interior and exterior expertise shows through again, she has created another stunning home with new and stylish tiled feature walls internal and external.

Exquisite colours and new products have blended together forming the new masterpiece. An eye-catching waterfall ended island kitchen bench with complimentary black sink and taps, will make any cook proud to be in the kitchen.

Our experienced Building Consultants will be at the Display Home to assist you all the way in building or buying your brand new home. We have on display our extensive range of plans, so whether it be your design ideas or ours, our professional Bundaberg teams attention to detail, honesty, integrity and passion for building, is evident with our top quality service from start to finish.

Kleidon Masterbuilt Homes are your local home builder here to help you create any house of any size or design. From the early stages through to completion and whether you are building your first home, tenth home, unit complex or commercial building.

Melissa and Scott can also assist you with all the available blocks of land in the Bundaberg and Bargara areas.

Come along and experience for yourselves, the exciting, innovative, stylish new design and amazing quality, that allows us to be multi-award winning builders in the Bundaberg region for the past 16 years.

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Chickens to Love- Companion Chickens

Tue, 30 May 2017 15:31:38 +1000

HELPING A FANTASTIC CAUSE

In April, we came across a fantastic cause that we couldn’t ignore. A young girl named Summer, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with her mum Cynthia had founded Chickens to Love-Companion Chickens, an organisation with a vision to socialise chickens and make them companions to people in need.

Summer and Cynthia had previously been running Chickens to Love from their backyard, and had visions to expand, so when Summer was asked what her dream chicken coop would be, she answered that she would want a big chicken coop at Community Lifestyle Support so that everyone could enjoy it.

This is where we saw the opportunity to assist a fantastic cause, by designing and constructing a dream coop to support Summer’s and Chickens to Love’s vision.

PUTTING THE DREAM TOGETHER

After some research and liaising with Cynthia and Community Lifestyle Support, our team designed a custom coop, and began construction with materials either donated from ourselves and an array of local businesses, all without Summer having any knowledge of the project. The generosity of amazing local businesses and community members made this whole venture possible.

After designing and gathering supplies, our talented team of carpenters worked tirelessly for two days to construct the coop in time for the surprise reveal Cynthia had planned, with the community coming together to support Summer in the reveal.

Summer was absolutely over the moon with her new chicken coop, that was accompanied by a miniature horse stable next to it, in support of the brilliant work Community Lifestyle Support do.

SUMMER’S GRATITUDE

Summer got the surprise of her life when the brand new chicken coop was revealed to her.

The local news and newspaper attended and gave Summer and Chickens to Love some fantastic media coverage, which can only be beneficial to her brilliant cause.

Summer made a lovely painting to present to our Building Consultant and Office Manager, Melissa, who orchestrated the whole project, to show her sincere gratitude for our contribution to her dream.

Check out Chicken to Loves Facebook page - facebook.com/Chickens2love/

A special shout out to the following businesses that generously donated or assisted with Summer’s project;

Bundaberg Betta Home Living
Suresafe Pest Management
Bundaberg Wholesale Palms and Plants
Bundaberg Frames and Trusses
Form Direct
Norco Rural
Bunnings Bundaberg