Eight Homes Questions & Answers (page 4 of 5)

Hi EsBeeBee, If there are some site conditions that the builder was not aware of at the time of the quote, then it would be fair to say that these needed to be added in. This can seem a little frustrating from an owners point. In regards to the added cost you are referring to, I'm sure the builder has a standard cost which cover your sewer/stormwater and power run in "up to" a per-determined distance (this should be noted in your standard specifications. IF, the foot print or house siting has not changed from your original quotation, then it does seem odd that there are additional costs for the items you identified and, the builder would have been aware of his costs up front. In respect to your comments regarding the services being at the front, some services predominantly storm water and sewer can and often are to the rear of the property. This does add costs particularly on large allotments. Feel free to email us at contractreviewpartners.com.au if you need.
regards,

They only work Monday to Friday no weekend work

I have the same issues with door stuck and Eight Homes have been avoiding this with all the ways they can by passing the responsibility to supplier, etc.
Too bad if it happens on weekend, we are on our own and pay the expensive weekend call out fee.

Whoever is getting a builder, please avoid getting Eight Homes to build your home.

This is to the person who answered your question. Honestly you are telling people to avoid building with them because of a stuck door? surely a stuck door isn't the end of the world unless you are stuck in the cupboard but if you were you wouldn't be writing this rubbish.

Yes get it done while building as anything after is a problem to do

I would not be qualified to answer this -Maybe check with the relevant local Council

mine is on the right hand side of the house? and they never ask me anyway? I am not sure why they say that? maybe you need to call their HQ and discuss and Yes it will look bad if the meter is at the front??

Hi, Sorry not sure with the tiles chips n cracks but If I be in your situation I will get the independent building inspector to have a look and they can advise you in writing and the appropriate rules and regulations as wouldn't trust eight homes as had very bad experience with them.I used a company called new home inspections whom i found very good and google them or see my earlier post for the site link.Good Luck.

Hi, This is not true. Cut side of tile should only be found under the skirting board, not visible to the eye. If porcelain tiles are chipped then this means that the tiler has used the incorrect blade to his grinder or maybe a disc that the diamonds are worn out. Ideally porcelain tiles should be cut with a water saw tile cutter for best finish. if the edges are a little rough, then the tiler should rub the edge down with a light sandpaper by hand. hope this helps

yes we did pay the $750 for the color change because I believe if you don't pay then you cannot do upgrade or something. the other $750 for the electrical appointment only apply if you add more electrical point then the standard one which we dd too. Carlise and Boutique price is was above Eight home because we checked already even they don't include these 2 payment the last time I checked. I am agree with their high price on small structure change but we got the best result so we feel satisfied with the pricing.

Hi Bal,I used a company called new home inspections and pricing on the link http://www.newhomeinspections.com.au/page/pricing.html. Found them to be quite useful even when I was told by Eight homes that they are under no obligation to fix anything and its just for my peace of mind only.So I didn't made the final payment till all the issues have been sorted or taken care of.Good Luck..

Hi, My partner and I are currently building the s8.1, due to be ready for handover in about 2 weeks! Such a great floorplan!

Dollar if you look on their lifestyle thing it actually said all of this and if you got to contract the you should have all this info. It's actually 4.1 ceiling and 2 wall so they do more than required. I also don't like some of your comments as you haven't backed them up with factual proof or circumstances. They were great for us but I spose sometimes the customer just can't be told or satisfied as it's pretty clear about the Above things. If you read their documentation it mentions all of this.termite also is actually depending on the area as some places need different types. Speak to your salesman for this

The bank would split into 2 loans 1 for land and 2 for construction and once completed put as 1 loan

you can go view the D3 display home in Mernda, its a really nice home and the sales lady answers all your questions and will even do a walk through with you and let you know whats standard and what's the upgrades... I've already viewed it and price and quality wise, it's really good. we are keen on this home too. i recommend you go and view the house, you will love it...

I built the 5.2 (which I love the design) but am disappointed with the finish and attention to detail (eg move in clean) lets hope this gets rectified at 3 month mark. I have to say I would think twice before building with them again.

Thanks Tia, sure I will visit Mernda display home before I make a decision. Good Luck with your new home.

That's cheap!

6-7K is not realistic. Even 12K is relativeley cheap these days.

Hi Monyetliar,

I'm not sure which display home you've been dealing with, but it may be a good idea to ask if there are any currently any being built that are at lock up stage around your area- I did that with the home we selected :-)

I built the 5.2 not happy with the paint finish, the care factor of the people who installed the appliances and damaged the walls, the carpet joins which are noticeable, the joins and nails in the ceilings which are noticeable. took away the excitement of a new home (did not have these problems with a previous simonds home)

hi sue, did you inform all these to eight homes? i would be disappointed if my brand new home didn't look brand new. maybe just a little tougher and demand them to fix it all up. After all you paid hundreds of thousands of dollars, you expect it to look that much! All the best :)

I am building s 5.1 at the moment in Tarneit and quality and speed is very impressive.

Thanks for the comment! we signed up last week.. its been good so far except that the fact we are unable to go thourgh colour selection appointment without paying $750 !! very dissapointed considering that we have spend more than 10k on the upgrade...

hi, i am building currently with Eight Homes s five plan. They are best builder at the moment in market before i signed up with them i have been through almost 10 builders, i wish if i found them before. you wont believe that i am on lock up stage and progress payment for base and frame stage paid yesterday but they already started lock up stage. They have the best quality service and best trades. Until now we doesn't have any kind of problem with them. They are really quick and provide quality building material. Eight Homes are one of the cheapest builders in western suburbs. The staff is really good and co-operative.

8 homes give you all the prices upfront no hidden costs so you can see

Hi Richa, I recently signup with them and I like the way they are, when I sign sales quote I put high ceiling upgrade and at the time when I upgrade high ceiling no one told me that it will be extra charge to make 6 star retting, I found out later on when I was signing a contract they put $2000 allowance, so be carefull otherwise they are really good and value for money and less headache.

I got call from one of the employee that they won't charge me $2000 coz not require as par energy report so I am very happy and must say that 8 homes is great if you build with them. Really happy so far thank you 8 homes.