For many Western Australians, building your very own home is one of life’s most significant milestones. The excitement of creating a space perfectly tailored to your family’s needs, combined with the anticipation of stepping into your brand-new home for the first time, makes the building journey truly special. As seasoned providers of house and land packages in WA since 1903, Plunkett Homes has guided thousands of local residents through this rewarding experience, delivering stunning builds with a long list of delighted customers who are now happily settled in their new homes.
Whilst each build is always unique, our trusted building process remains consistent to ensure the project maintains quality, timing and budget. To help understand the steps during our proven process, we’ve developed a comprehensive overview below which outlines our approach right from your first consultation through to long after you receive your keys.
Phase 1: Planning and Preparation – Laying the Foundation for Success
Your building journey begins with careful planning and preparation, where our experienced team works closely with you to bring your vision to life. This phase begins with a free on-site assessment where our team evaluate the block and discusses any design preferences so we’re clear on exactly what you’re hoping to achieve.
During this phase, you’ll work with our Contract Administrator, who becomes your primary point of contact for all pre-construction activities. They will help guide you through any finance discussions and approvals needed ahead of the construction stage commencing. Then our Customer Experience and Selections Consultants will assist you with selecting your home’s fixtures and finishings.
We’re often asked “How long does it take to build a house and land package with Plunkett Homes?”
Whilst there is no typical house building timeline for Perth homes (as each build is always uniquely different), our team can work with you to identify some key considerations in the planning phase to help scope out an eventual timeline.
Key activities during this phase:
- Initial design consultations and plan development
- Site assessments and engineering requirements
- Council approvals and development applications
- Finance finalisation and contract preparation
- Selecting your fixtures and finishes
The planning phase is a critical stage where dreams become blueprints, blending building and design expertise together with your vision and budget.
Phase 2: Foundation and Structure – Watching Your Home Take Shape
Once all approvals are secured and your selections are finalised, construction begins with site preparation and earthworks. This is when you’ll start seeing tangible progress as your home begins to take physical form.
Your dedicated Client Liason takes over as your primary contact during construction, providing regular updates throughout the build. Your Construction Supervisor will oversee every aspect of construction, from the initial slab pour through to reaching the lock-up stage.
What you’ll typically see during this phase:
- Site preparation and earthworks
- Concrete slab construction and curing
- Wall framing and external brickwork
- Roof installation and structural completion
- Window and door installation leading to lock-up
The Construction Supervisor ensures each stage meets our quality standards before progressing to the next, maintaining the craftsmanship Plunkett Homes has been known for since 1903.
Phase 3: Services and Fit-Out – Transforming Structure into Home
This is where your house truly begins transforming into your home. Internal systems are installed, and your selected fixtures and finishes are carefully fitted by our trusted trade partners. Our Construction Supervisor coordinates multiple trades to ensure smooth progression and maintains quality control throughout.
Over the years, we have developed close relationships with respected trade partners to ensure reliable workmanship and attention to detail with our builds, so our clients can build with complete confidence from our trusted network. It’s during this phase that we bring together all the selections you made during the planning stage, from kitchen cabinetry right through to bathroom fixtures.
Standard activities during this key phase include:
- Electrical and plumbing work
- Insulation and plasterboard installation
- Kitchen and bathroom fit-outs
- Flooring installation and internal painting
- Final electrical and plumbing connections
Phase 4: Completion and Handover – The Moment You’ve Been Waiting For!
As your new home nears completion, our focus intensifies on final details and quality assurance. Your Construction Supervisor conducts a comprehensive practical completion inspection, identifying and addressing any final items before your keys are handed over.
During the practical completion inspection, we conduct thorough cross-checking to make sure that every detail stacks up with our quality standards, as well as your own expectations. Any items identified during this inspection are promptly attended to and rechecked before handover occurs.
Final steps in this phase include:
- Comprehensive quality inspection with Construction Supervisor
- Completion of landscaping and external works
- Final cleaning and preparation
- Handover documentation including plans, certificates, and warranty details
- Key handover and client gift selection
The handover moment represents the culmination of months of collaboration – seeing our clients’ faces as they receive their keys never gets old.
Working Successfully with Plunkett Homes – Your Partner in Building
Our approach emphasises partnership and collaboration throughout your building journey, with clear communication, defined processes, and experienced supervision ensuring you’re informed and confident at every stage.
Communication Excellence: From the initial consultation through to post-handover support, we maintain transparent communication through dedicated team members at each phase.
Quality Assurance: Our systematic approach to quality management includes regular supervision, milestone inspections, and comprehensive final checks.
Flexibility and Expertise: While we follow proven processes, we recognise that each build presents unique considerations.
Post-Completion Support – Your Journey Continues
Moving into your new home is just the beginning of your relationship with us. We know that settling into a new space can bring questions and minor adjustments, which is why our Aftercare Sales Team are there to support you through the six-month maintenance, ensuring you feel completely at home and any settling concerns are quickly resolved.
Beyond immediate support, we stand behind our craftsmanship with comprehensive warranty coverage. Our Lifetime Structural Warranty for homes built from January 2020 means you can rest easy knowing your investment is protected for years to come. Whether you are in need of maintenance advice or have questions around warranty, our trusted After Sales Team is there to support you and to help you keep your home in perfect condition.
The ongoing support from our Aftercare team includes:
- Six-month maintenance period guidance
- Warranty claims management
- Maintenance advice and support
- Access to trusted trade partners for future needs
Plunkett Homes – Your Experienced House & Land Provider
Since each build is uniquely different, a proven and tested build process is an imperative way to ensure you align your project with a house and land provider you can trust. Thanks to our more than 120-year heritage, Plunkett Homes has comprehensive experience guiding clients through the building process in Perth, where we often see these houses become forever homes.
We offer everything from small blocks of six metres wide, right through to sprawling country properties, with multiple designs and specifications to choose from. If you’re looking to begin the process, we invite you to contact us to schedule an initial design consultation, where we’ll gladly walk you through the process in full detail.
