WHAT IS A CONSTRUCTION BROKER?
Like a mortgage broker, but for building work big or small.
A construction broker is an industry professional who assists clients through the diverse process of a building project. Advised specifically handles any type of building work from the smallest renovation to new home builds and more.
We will assist in selection of builders, professionals and other trades, supplier selection, tendering and reviewing quotes, cost savings, general advice on a project, consent applications, or any individual part of a specific build. We firmly believe there is room for a construction broker to improve the outcomes on every building project you can think of.
WHO NEEDS A CONSTRUCTION BROKER?
We would argue that every job, big or small, should see us first!
Building is expensive in New Zealand. For most people, its a challenge you may only take on once in your life. So why take the risk of something going wrong, losing money or ending up unhappy with the finished project when there is a better way.
A construction broker should be the first point of contact for every person looking at getting some building work completed, whether through a tradesman, or doing it yourself. We align ourselves to professionals, to ensure everyone involved in a trusted member of your project. We work to ensure you get the absolute best outcomes, and it won't cost you a dollar.
SERVICES YOU CAN EXPECT WITH ADVISED
We can get better tradesman
We only recommend businesses that have a strong history of operating professionally, with a high quality craft and pride in the work they complete. We also check their license is current, they are members of a recognized building association and they have adequate insurance cover for their scope of work.
We can tender your project
We will present to you a range of quotes for your project including turnkey construction, labour only, DIY (materials only) or anything in between. We also unpack the quotes with you so you are fully aware of any exclusions, or hidden costs that should be considered.
We can organize your consents
We will assist you with lodgment of your consent, understand your obligations with inspections etc., and work towards your Code of Compliance certificate.
We can negotiate for you
Whether before the project or during. We can also act as an insulator to sales reps, or a sounding board. You don't need to feel pressured to take any option unless your sure its right for your vision.
We can ensure your prepared
We make sure you understand the decisions and challenges you could encounter along the way, before you get started. We take pride in ensuring our clients feel well prepared to tackle the process ahead.
We can protect your money
Advised offers a intermediary trust account service between consumer and contractor. This protects both parties, meaning you wont be left out of pocket if expectations aren't fulfilled, and the contractor has confidence funding is available and won't be left unpaid even if they do a good job.
We can get materials cheaper
By assisting with material selection and ordering, we can leverage our strength with building suppliers to get your materials to site cheaper. We only take a cut of the actual cost saved, so if we don't save you anything, we don't charge anything. You also get some comment on your design, free of charge!
We can conduct independant inspections
We can complete inspections with you to ensure quality of work remains high. We can ensure your trades people are held responsible if work deviates from an acceptable standard. We also act as a mediator to any issues or disputes, ensuring that any due process is fair.
We can manage your project
Due to Advised Construction Brokers specific experience, we have options to act as project manager for you on select projects if that's your preference, giving you a fully independent party providing oversight to the build process.
We can do it for free!
We are paid in the same way a Mortgage Broker is paid by a bank, by utilizing the funds builders and other professionals have set aside for sales, marketing, customer service etc. Instead of paying these costs, we make sure they receive work that's well vetted, and they pay us instead so they can focus on the job they do best.
REAL SITUATIONS WHERE WE HELP
DIY BUILDING A NEW DECK
If you looking to DIY a deck at home this summer, and you have got a quote for materials from the local supplier, bring this in for us to see. We can run it through our network, and see if we can beat this price. If we can, then we will sort out the order for you, and we get paid by taking a % only from the amount we save you. If we can't, then we hand it back to you and offer some free advice along the way.
Alternatively, come to us before you have started and we can help you with some design considerations as well, and ensure you are staying compliant.
YOU DON'T NEED ALL THE ANSWERS, JUST THE RIGHT QUESTIONS
We take the guess work out of a good idea. Whether your project is on the back of your hand, or already underway, we are happy to
take a no obligations look at how we can protect your time and money, and help you get the outcomes you deserve.
Send us a message here, and we will reach out as soon as we can. No obligations, only curiosity.
While we are based in the Manawatu, we are happy to consider projects anywhere in NZ. We can take a call, jump on a video conference, or visit your site!
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