Questions, answered
Straight answers on cost, contracts, approvals and what to expect when you build with us.
Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and Port Stephens.
Architecturally designed new homes, knockdown rebuilds, major alterations and additions, heritage restorations and complex residential renovations — projects where design quality, construction detail and building performance matter. We take on a limited number of projects each year.
Yes. We work alongside architects, designers, draftspeople and engineers. Our role is to bring construction expertise to the team while protecting the design intent.
We don’t rush contracts or take tender shortcuts. We prefer to be involved from concept or design stage, so cost risks are identified early and the contract price reflects the home you are actually building.
A realistic budget range based on your plans and our costs for comparable projects. It guides early decisions and confirms feasibility — it is not a quote or a fixed price.
Pre-construction is a paid service in two stages. We explain the process and investment in detail during your discovery consultation. The documentation remains the property of Larq Built under your pre-construction agreement. You’re welcome to keep a copy, but it may not be reproduced or copied.
Once the fixed-price contract is signed and all documentation is in place, a 10% deposit is payable. Your construction start date is confirmed once both are complete.
Yes. If you don’t yet have an architect, designer or draftsperson, we can introduce you to our trusted partners.
Yes. During pre-construction we work with your designer, engineers and surveyor on the DA. Once it is approved, the Construction Certificate is lodged — typically around two weeks, subject to conditions.
Not at all. We’re equally happy to review plans and specifications at any stage, on site or over coffee.
You have live schedule access through our portal and app, a daily progress log, weekly site meetings at an agreed time and real-time updates for weather or site changes.
Far fewer. Selections, engineering, consultants and geotechnical work are discussed and costed before you sign, so there are no “that wasn’t included” moments during construction.
Let’s talk about your project.
Tell us where you’re at — an idea, a site or a set of drawings. We take on a limited number of projects each year.