How to build a custom home without it taking over your life

We all have busy lives, work, family, commitments that already fill our days. The thought of taking on a huge home building project can feel impossible. But you dream of a new lifestyle, a space designed for how you really live, somewhere to make those everyday moments at home truly special.

At Oakford Homes, we understand this perfectly. That's why we don't make building another overwhelming item on your to-do list. Instead, we take care of the work and collaborate with you on the exciting parts. We've refined our process so building becomes something you look forward to, not something that adds stress to your already busy life.

Direct communication throughout your build

One of the biggest sources of stress in building is feeling out of the loop. That's why you have direct contact with your building supervisor throughout construction, something many builders don't offer. While other companies limit client contact with supervisors, we believe regular communication keeps you confident and informed.

Your supervisor will update you at key milestones like frame completion and lock-up, but you're also welcome to call with questions anytime. No wondering, no guessing, you always know what's happening with your home.

We handle the complicated stuff

Building involves countless moving parts, council approvals, supplier coordination, trade scheduling, quality checks. You shouldn't have to become an expert in construction management just to build your dream home.

Our site supervisors manage all the technical aspects while keeping you informed of progress. When the council needs additional information or a supplier has a delivery delay, we handle it and keep you updated. You get to focus on the exciting parts, like choosing your finishes, while we manage the logistics.

Clear timelines and realistic expectations

Nothing creates stress like unrealistic expectations. We provide honest timeframes from the start, typically 6 months for pre-construction, depending on your design's complexity. If adjustments are needed, we communicate changes with clear explanations.

Our 40+ years of experience means we can accurately predict how long each phase takes. No false promises about quick builds that inevitably run over, creating stress and disappointment.

The selections process made easy

Choosing finishes for your entire home could feel overwhelming, but our Selections Coordinators guides you through everything. We work with quality suppliers who welcome you into their showrooms to see and touch materials before deciding.

Rather than presenting endless options that create decision paralysis, we curate choices that work well together. You get plenty of options to make your home uniquely yours, but within a framework that ensures everything coordinates beautifully.

Problems get solved, not passed to you

Every build encounters challenges, it's the nature of construction. What matters is how your builder handles them. Our experienced team solves problems rather than making them your stress.

When our supervisor identifies an issue, they work with our trades and suppliers to find solutions. You'll be informed of any impacts on timeline or budget, but you won't be asked to become a project manager for problems you didn't create.

Support that continues after handover

Your relationship with us doesn't end when we hand over the keys. We provide comprehensive 3-month maintenance follow-up, proactively checking that everything is working perfectly and addressing any settling issues.

Many builders disappear after handover, leaving you to figure out any issues alone. We stay connected because we want your home to be perfect long after completion.

Your journey starts here

At Oakford Homes, we understand that building a custom home is a significant investment and life milestone. Our job isn't just to build your house, it's to make the entire experience positive and stress-free.

With 40+ years of experience and over 4,000 builds behind us, we've refined our processes to take the stress out of building.

If you're considering building but feeling overwhelmed by the process, we're here to chat about your project and answer any questions, no pressure, just honest guidance to help you feel confident about your next steps. We also offer complimentary design consultations where you can explore our designs, discuss modifications or talk through custom design options.