How the war will affect building a new home
Building a new home is exciting (I should know, we have built 5 times!), but now it’s happening against a backdrop of rising fuel prices, global instability, interest rate rises and shifting construction costs.
With the Middle East conflict pushing up oil prices worldwide, we will start to feel the flow‑on effects in everything from groceries to building materials.
If you’re planning a build, it’s completely normal to feel uncertain about what this means for your budget, your timeline and your contract.
And yes suppliers across NSW are passing on fuel‑related increases, we are seeing emails about rising costs for
Concrete and steel
Bricks
General delivery fees
Waste removal
Diesel‑powered machinery, transport costs and labour shortages all add strain.
Some builders are already revising pricing or adding variation clauses to contracts.
If you’re planning a build, it’s completely normal to feel uncertain about what this means for your budget, your timeline and your contract.
The good news is… you don’t have to navigate it alone.
This is exactly where I come in.
In a market where prices are shifting and contracts are becoming more complex, having me by your side can remove a huge amount of stress and uncertainty.
Firstly I CAN REVIEW YOUR TENDER AND BUILD CONTRACT
To make sure:
Everything you expect is actually included
There are no hidden exclusions…BASIX and CONTOURS being the biggest culprits
Pricing is transparent and fair
Fuel‑related or supply‑related clauses are understood
Variations are minimised or controlled
This alone can save thousands and protect you from nasty surprises halfway through the build.
Guidance Throughout the Entire Build
I don’t just help with a contract and walk away. I can be there all the way through the build
Helping you understand each stage
Liaising with the builder(if the builder is on my panel) when issues arise
Keeping an eye on timelines and variations
Offering reassurance when the unexpected happens
I am in your corner, guiding you at every step.
With the right preparation and the right support, you can build confidently and avoid the stress.
As a Building Broker and New Build Wing Woman, I offer exactly the kind of protection and guidance people need right now. …and hopefully this is not Covid 2.0 and there have been some lessons learnt.